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Can I open a Thai bank account online from the UK for a 3-month trip?
How do I open a Thai bank account
I’m going for 3 months and plan on regular trips
I’m in London, can I do it on line from uk ?
I’m going for 3 months and plan on regular trips
I’m in London, can I do it on line from uk ?
Answer summary
Opening a Thai bank account as a tourist is currently challenging, as you generally need a long-term visa (e.g., Non-O visa) to qualify. You cannot open an account online from the UK; you must be in Thailand and visit a bank in person. Requirements typically include having a valid visa, proof of residence, a Thai phone number, and possibly a lease agreement. For tourists on a short stay, alternatives like using ATMs or financial apps such as Wise or Revolut may be more convenient.
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Bent *************
No
Paul **********
OP@Bent ************
No what ?
Michelle *****************
You will be lucky if they even let you do it there
Luc ************
If the only purpose is to pay with Promptpay you can get a
@TAG****
as alternative.
Ralph *******
If you are entering as a tourist then you can’t get a bank account. Need a more permanent visa.
Jeremy ********
Long term visa (retirement)
Property owner (Condo)
Non-O WP
Non-O marriage
Elite visa/DTR visa
That’s it
Property owner (Condo)
Non-O WP
Non-O marriage
Elite visa/DTR visa
That’s it
Sarah ******
Just use wise
Len *****
It’s a lot more complicated than people say it is. First you have to get a visa. Non o is ok. Then make appointment with bank. Or just walk in. You need a long term address. Proper ID and then there are about twenty forms to sign. All in the Thai language. It is better to have a Thai agent to help you.
Anna *********
@Len ****
there is no need for a tie Agent. As you explained if you meet the requirements you fill out the paperwork which is the same in a lot of countries😀
Malcolm *******
Not a chance will you be able to open a bank account from overseas.
Sam ********
Great laughing reactions from people that have no idea how to help.
David *********
If your living in London,look up Bangkok bank London and give them a call and explain your circumstances
Worth a punt
Worth a punt
Adam ********
@David ********
commercial only in London.
John *********
No
Belinda ******
I’ve just opened one, I’m from the uk. I had to show my non o visa £60 apply in Uk
A Thai phone contract, I took out one for 6 months, a lease agreement, passport, I paid 300baht for the ATM card and the customer service lady downloaded the app on my phone for me.
A Thai phone contract, I took out one for 6 months, a lease agreement, passport, I paid 300baht for the ATM card and the customer service lady downloaded the app on my phone for me.
Psyde ********
They have ATMs in Thailand.
No need to open a bank account.
No need to open a bank account.
Bernie *************
A lot of Thai don't want to take cards due to the % they get charged, and it's not very economical to use ATMs with a non Thai bank card
Martin ********
@Bernie ************
Agree, but you'll still get unwanted bad advice about the joys of using ATM's from morons like Psyde Steppe or STD as he's known in Pattaya 🐈⬛Martin ********
@Psyde *******
as helpful as a chocolate fire guard. He's asking how to open a Thai bank account. Why are you even on this group ?
Psyde ********
Martin ********
@Psyde *******
Explain using your single brain cell please...I'm sure everyone will be enthralledPsyde ********
@Martin *******
thanks for admitting to everyone that you are an idiot to be ignored. No need to reply, as you will be ignored. 😉Martin ********
Anna *********
@Psyde *******
the OP didn’t ask if a bank account was required or for alternative methods if you don’t have a bank account they asked about opening a bank account
Dk ****
@Psyde *******
or better still they have western union.
Travis *******
@Psyde *******
and visa is taken in most tourist areas. My Schwab account refunds me atm fees at the end of the month, so no biggy 🤷♂️😅
Steven *********
@Psyde *******
yup
Jesper *******
It seems now all banks are only allowed to let Long Term Residents open a bank acct not for tourist staying 3mths doing regular trips
Sungnam *****
안돼요
Jim ***********
Bank system changing. Then visa renewal time wonder where people went
Nick ************
Try the Currensea card. It is linked straight to your home bank account and thus avoids some of the charges. I have just got one but have not had the opportunity to try it yet.
Nick ************
@Jim **********
it's not changing for anyone who complies with the rules of entry to Thailand.Jim ***********
@Nick ***********
I changed to 65k method, needed 12 months statements individual months last years extension. Asked again and gave me different paperwork Bangkok bank so far 2 branches refused to give me what's required. I have 1 copy what I need. I will ask another branch then if refused will run visa down. I'm not jumping thru hoops as I've met criteria last 3 years done visa myself.Jim ***********
@Nick ***********
will pm u now show u what last year immigration asked for.Nick ************
@Jim **********
I am not sure what your problem is. Bank statements for 12 months showing a transfer from abroad of *****
baht or more is what is required. You might also need to show statements from the bank the transfers originated from. I'm not sure who is refusing to give your what.Jim ***********
@Nick ***********
last year was easy change over. This year was told ask statements every 3 months. So far refused give me them. It's paperwork showing transfer every month from abroad, not the usual bank statements need. Also needed them basically it's same paperwork x2 but need 12 separate sheets paper.Nick ************
@Jim **********
I have just changed to monthly payments. I was not asked for anything from my Thai bank. I printed off statements from the banking app and highlighted the transfers. I also had to provide my uk bank statements to prove where the money had come from. My Thai bank book was up dated on the day and also showed all 13 transfers. I had my Wise transfer notes at the ready too but they were not required. I got the extension with very little hassle. Bangkok Bank.
Graham ******
@Jim **********
you meet the criteria this year too it's just the bank (BB) setting the new criteria to process your documents
Ann-Louise ********
You can’t online.
Need the correct visas, to qualify for a bank account, to be able to do so.
Best using Wise or Revolt cards.
Need the correct visas, to qualify for a bank account, to be able to do so.
Best using Wise or Revolt cards.
Graeme ******
Best to apply for a non O over 50 retirement visa through the evisa system online before yiu travel. You cannot open a thai bank account from the uk you have to be in thailand and physically go into the banks to see if they will open an account for you. Your best chance is having the O visa before you arrive. You will also need to have a thai telephone number/sim card and get a residence certificate from immigration using your TM30 from your place of stay. If you want to get the yearly extension you will need to deposit 800k baht into your new account within the first week or 2 to give it the 2 months required to season. For the non O in the uk you can show the equivalent 800k baht in uk pounds from your uk account or 65k baht monthly income in uk pounds.
Bernard ************
En tant que touriste vous ne pouvez plus ouvrir un compte banquaire
Lynnette *******
No. You get your nonO in UK ( they usually require visa). Enter Thailand, go to bank and open account.
Tom ********
You need a long term visa to open a bank account these days and not a 60 day visa exempt entry stamp.
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