Can I open a bank account in Thailand with just a TM30 and no residency certificate?

TM30 Non-O Visa Thailand Banking Residency Certificate Expat Banking Success in Opening Bank Accounts

Dec 16, 2024

a month ago

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I will be staying at a friends house for a month or so whilst I search for a perminate address. In order to open a bank account ( I have non-o visit Thai family visa) can I just present a TM30 from my friends house, no residency certificate?

I am planning on opening the bank account at Bangkok Bank headoffice in Silom rd. Bangkok.

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The user inquires about the requirements for opening a bank account at Bangkok Bank with a TM30 form from a friend's house and a Non-O visa, without a residency certificate. The community suggests checking directly with the bank branch, as requirements may vary, particularly for those holding Non-Immigrant visas. Some members recommend obtaining a residency certificate, while others share personal experiences indicating that the banks typically require this document.

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Lim ***********

I have a Condo lease agreement in udon thani. My sister who already has a Retirement visa and a BBL bank account in BKK would like to open a Kasikorn account in Udon Thani, I went with her to the UTH immigration and brought my lease and said my sister is staying with me and requested for a Certificate of residency. Besides the lease agreement, they wanted to see the ID and Blue book which was included in the lease agreement as well.

a month ago

Duncan *******

Ask the branch what they require. With a Non-Imm visa, they might not need a residency certificate - at least it seems to be more of a requirement for those without Non-Imm visas. But they might - problem is solved by asking.

a month ago

Kelly ********

Banks will require the residency certificate.

a month ago

Tony **********

Why not just get the residency certificate? If you're friend had done the "registration of foreigner" shouldn't be an issue.

You could just ask the bank....

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