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Can I open a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O retirement visa application pending?

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Dec 8, 2025

5 months ago

Susan ********

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I applied for non o retirement in Sydney unfortunately it was not approved until 24hrs after i arrived in Koh Samui so my question is will bank accept all details I havr and allow opening an account or will I have to head to Singapore for the day to activate the visa before bank will accept? I dont plan on staying long term until February 🤔

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The user applied for a non-O retirement visa but it was approved only after arriving in Koh Samui. They are unsure whether they can open a bank account with the pending visa approval and seek clarification on whether they need to travel to Singapore to activate the visa first.

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The bank will want to see your non-O entry stamp in your passport.

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