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

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Laurence *******

asked Mar 21, 2025

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

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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.

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2 years 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

2 years 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.

2 years ago

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

@Greg *******

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

2 years 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.

2 years ago

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.

2 years ago

Elías ********

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

2 years 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.

2 years ago

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

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

2 years 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.

2 years ago