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Can I use an international bank account to meet the 800k baht deposit requirement for retirement in Thailand?

Retirement Visa Thailand Immigration Foreign Currency Deposit Visa Requirements Thai Bank Account

Aug 29, 2025

8 months ago

Darren *******

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Hi all. I am doing my homework on Retirement in Thailand from Australia. 

This account let's you leave your money in your countries currency.  Does anyone know if this account can be used as the 800k baht deposit.  Would this meet immigration policy requirements? Thanks in advance for any direction. 

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The conversation discusses the use of a foreign currency account for the 800k baht deposit required for retirement in Thailand. One comment mentions that it typically can be used, but advises caution due to exchange rate fluctuations, while another suggests needing a Thai bank account and a long-stay visa to facilitate this process.

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You’ll need a Thai bank account then ask for a FCD and you’ll need a long stay visa to open an account

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Normally can be used, depending on your immigration office. But there is a distinct risk in using an account like this, as the exchange rate can fluctuate bringing you out of compliance with your visa requirements.

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