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Can I open a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O retirement visa application pending?
Dec 8, 2025
20 hours ago
Susan ********
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
The user inquires whether they can open a bank account in Thailand after applying for a Non-O retirement visa, which was approved shortly after their arrival in Koh Samui. There's concern about whether the bank will accept their application details without the visa activation. A comment suggests that the bank will require the Non-O entry stamp in the passport to proceed with opening the account.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement 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.
