Unanswered7 months ago
Can I open a Thai bank account with a DTV visa?
Just got my dtv visa approved can I get a Thai bank ?
Summary so far
Opening a Thai bank account with a DTV (Digital Nomad Tourist Visa) is generally not possible, as banks typically require a non-immigrant visa to approve account applications. The DTV is considered a tourist visa, and many users in the community have confirmed that banks are strict about this policy. Some suggest utilizing agents or finding loopholes, but this comes with risks, such as potential account closure. If banking services are necessary, alternatives like digital banking apps (e.g., Wise) may serve as a viable option.
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Jimmy *********
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You need proof of address.
You need proof of address.
Marcos **********
It's all a matter of time. Even if you manage to open an account with a tourist visa, after some time the bank will block your account and all the money in it.
Dave *******
No
Sander *********
No
จอห์นนี่ *******
Too many obsessed with getting a bank account. Use Wise.
Steven ********
How do you get cash out the bank? Ngern Sot !
Obtw. What I do sometimes when I don’t want my Thai LTGF to know how much money I’m sending to her/my account that I have the card for, I just send 10k Baht to a Thai friend or a shop and get them to give me the cash for 100-200baht fee. No Bank account needed money goes in ‘Gabow Tang’ the same.
Obtw. What I do sometimes when I don’t want my Thai LTGF to know how much money I’m sending to her/my account that I have the card for, I just send 10k Baht to a Thai friend or a shop and get them to give me the cash for 100-200baht fee. No Bank account needed money goes in ‘Gabow Tang’ the same.
Galenus ******
You want to buy or open a bank? Really?😂😂😂
William ***********
Make sure your travel insurance covers rides on a scooter or motorcycle. Getting in an accident is the most probable cause of a DTV crash and burn.
John *******
Why not if you have a visa
John *********
No
Phillip ******
No. Its a tourist visa and as such you're not eligible.
Mike *******
Phillip Dick yes bank account with DTV, no problem. I have DTV and with it I got bank account, driver's license, Thai ID card, and yellow book, I suggest OP goes to relevant government departments to learn process, Facebook full of misinformation 👎
Gary ************
Nope
Bazaar******
Not without help..
Try some agents and they can probably do it at a cost..
Try some agents and they can probably do it at a cost..
Isa *****
No
Tore *********
Difficult, but not impossible. You need some other strong justification and documentation then just the visa. Banks generally don’t like the DTV unless you have some other strong justification or financial circumstances
Terrance ********
The DTV is still classed as a tourist visa, so that's most likely not going to get you approved. Honestly, use Wise or another app with low transfer and conversion fees and you won't even need a Thai bank account
John ***********
Terrance Mulloy and send it where with Wise?
Drizek *****
John R Stiles Wise does transfers internationally and you can also send transfers to Thai bank accounts if needed. All my business transactions are done through Wise and I’ve never encountered any issues (Personal experience of course, but I don’t see why your experience wouldn’t be the same).
Terrance ********
John R Stiles to your physical Wise card (to exchange or withdraw Thai baht), or your native bank account or vice-versa.
Kevin **********
No.
Frazer ************
Can you stop approving common questions? This has been asked so many times. You can search the thread and make your own decision. The answer, by the way, is difficult and maybe
Man *****
Nope. You need to be a resident to open a bank account
Mike *******
Man Tan yes bank account with DTV, no problem. I have DTV and with it I got bank account, driver's license, Thai ID card, and yellow book, I suggest OP goes to relevant government departments to learn process, Facebook full of misinformation 👎
Vladimir **********
Nope
Knowledgeable*************
Congrats but what will u do with the whole Thai Bank 🏦? 🤣
Tongjun **
KnowledgeableCranberry7455 use it to get a proper visa which you can’t without a thai bank account
Knowledgeable*************
Tongjun he posted,
Just got my dtv visa approved can I get a Thai bank ? 😅😉
Just got my dtv visa approved can I get a Thai bank ? 😅😉
Michael *******
Non O Visa opened that door for me…
Daryl *****
No. Even if you do, you risk getting funds frozen.
Michael **********
@Daryl ****
exactly
Anthony ******
No
Jayshree ******
How long did it take to be approved
Ishtiyaque ********
No
Mat *********
You wann buy it? Rope it?
RadiantCh**********
No
Mike *******
Nope
Andrew ********
O
Jean ************
You can try with an agent. If you know a businessman or the owner of an estate who can recommend you, it may work too.
Jordan ****
you pay the right agent anything is possible in Thailand
Ralf ***********
Jordan 77 not anymore
Jordan ****
Ralf Straaberg you be surprised still happening just not many people saying who when and where anymore. But if you have the right friend or right family member then anything can happen.
Scott **********
Nope
Joseba ********
Get a driving license and get a True-money account is the most similar to a bank account you can get
Gerry ********
No. Not officially.
Mark *********
Nope
Steen *************
Jes you kan go to a bank, anyone can go to the bank and be told no.
Calum *****
Wtf not agsin.
Jim ***********
Tourist visa not allowed bank account
De *****
TrueMoney with advanced verification provides practically all benefits of a bank account. Go for that. If you’re not a US citizen (in which case you can get fee free atm withdrawals), do a max pull (30k or whatever) from an ATM and dump it in your true account from a kiosk at any mrt station or true money shop.
David *********
Use an agent they can do but will cost u
Nick ************
If you can deposit 5 million baht you will get a bank account.
Ant ***********
NO
Marianne ********
The DTV is a special type of tourist visa and having a DTV does not make you eligible for a bank account.
Chema *********
Ask Thai Visa Center
John *********
Just ..don’t rob one!🤷🏾♀️
ConfidentR***********
No can't open bank with a DTV
Scott *******
Nope
Rachel ****************
No
Mike *******
Rachel Adele Sellers yes bank account with DTV, no problem. I have DTV and with it I got bank account, driver's license, Thai ID card, and yellow book, I suggest OP goes to relevant government departments to learn process, Facebook full of misinformation 👎
Rachel ****************
Mike Smith I’ve never heard anybody get all that! Well done if you did. Are you married to a Thai lady?
Krystian ******
No
Karim ********
I have thai bank with tourist visa . But i applied 2 years ago. It was easy back then not like now. Very strict. I also have true money which is good. Just need thai driver lisence
Ian *********
Need non immigrant O or A visa. Usually requires you to leave and re enter Thailand to get the stamp. Paying agent will avoid that part.
Benjamin *********
Ian Stevens no. Even agents stopped this service
Michael **********
Pattaya they will open. No where else. W an agent. $500
Michael **********
Benjamin Charles pattaya they do still
Ian *********
I just paid an agent and got all this done and opened a bank account last week, without leaving Thailand. Not sure where you get your info from.
เดแคลน ***********
Ian Stevens on a non-o/oa sure but on a dtv it's basically impossible and even if you do manage it, the moment the bank asks you to come for a document check its getting shut
Night *******
For the last five years I have not used any Thai banks for any financial transactions. Unless one is using a retirement or "wife" visa, which requires keeping money for the extension, there is no need for a Thai bank.
Paul_D******
Nope..
Jim ********
Not on a glorified tourist visa no
ConfidentR***********
Jim Faulks it's better for any other visa 😆
Jim ********
ConfidentReindeer9537 ????
Kylie ********
No
John **********
Highly unlikely that you will be able to open a bank account on a DTV. Banks tend to require a Non-immigrant visa these days
Christer ****************
@John *********
probably can't get a driver licence eitherJohn **********
@Christer ***************
a 2 year licence should be OK but not a 5 year oneMike *******
@John *********
2 years first and then 5 years at renewal 👍John **********
@Mike ******
unlikely to get a 5 year licence on a tourist visa such as the DTVMike *******
@John *********
you get a 2 year license and at renewal it increases to 5 years, also yes bank account with DTV, no problem. I have DTV and with it I got bank account, driver's license, Thai ID card, and yellow book, I suggest OP goes to relevant government departments to learn process, Facebook full of misinformation 👎
Charlie ***************
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