This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.

Can I open a bank account in Thailand with a DTV visa?

DTV visa bank account Thailand banking regulations expat banking visa challenges non-immigrant visa issues

Mar 21, 2025

a year ago

Laurence *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hello, Is it possible to open a bank account with a DTV?

800

views

all likes

replies

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

The question of whether one can open a bank account with a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) in Thailand has garnered mixed responses. Some users suggest it's possible but may require visiting multiple bank branches due to varying policies. Others indicate it's not worth the hassle, while some simply advise against it altogether.

DTV VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES

Take the basic DTV Qualification Test to see if you're eligible for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
Explore recent discussions by using the DTV Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.

Pelle Eriksson★★★★★

Absolutely Bangkok's best service I highly...

recently on Facebook

Luca G.★★★★★

I used this agency for my DTV Visa...

recently on Google

Trusted DTV Visa Agent

OVER 100,000 EXPATS SERVED

#1 VISA AGENT IN THAILAND

แดนนี่ ***********

See previous posts

a year ago

Anonymous ******************

Yes, but you’ll have to try many different branches until one says yes. It’s always been like this in Thailand on a non immigration visa

a year ago

Greg ********

Anonymous participant 950 It has not always been like this. At one time just going into a bank and opening even on Visa Exempt was not too hard.

a year ago

Anonymous ******************

@Greg *******

Okay, maybne not "Always" But for the 13 years i have lived here, it certainly has been!

a year ago

Greg ********

Anonymous participant 950 Certain branches were "Known" to open them for tourists etc and these would often change. All came down to incentives and targets the bank needed to achieve. They might have KPIs relating to number of new accounts. How many insurance sales etc. Then BoT and HQs started tightening up.

a year ago

Reply to

Greg ********

Paul *******

No, it depends on what type of visa you're on. With a work permit, never a problem. On a tourist visa, years ago, no issue if opened at a main branch or expat/tourist area.

Nowadays, it's difficult to open a bank account on any visa without a work permit...retirement sometimes works, but often requires an agent as well.

a year ago

Reply to

Paul *******

Elías ********

If you pay a looooot to an agent, it's still possible. Not worth, tho, in my opinion.

a year ago

Greg ********

@Elías *******

I dunno the price now but when it was 4 or 5K it was worth it for many. It was cheaper than the so called " Mandatory" insurance some branches insist new account holders buy.

a year ago

Reply to

Greg ********

Brandon ************

Use the search feature to find the answer (you've already received it in other comments) and possible solutions/alternatives.

a year ago

Adrian ********

@Brandon ***********

Spot on. I did it easily and without an agent and have explained how in 4 different threads in the past few days.

a year ago

Reply to

Adrian ********