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Can I use TrueMoney as a bank alternative in Thailand?

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Using TrueMoney as a bank

If you can't open a bank account or had to close it, and you have cash, then you can deposit your cash to TrueMoney at any True or Dtac or 7eleven shop, then you can:

- Pay via scan (PromptPay, TrueMoney) anywhere in Thailand (including individuals) with few limits

- Get a virtual MasterCard that you can use to pay online (e.g. App Store bills, AirBnB bills, etc)

- Transfer it to your True or Dtac balance to pay your mobile bills (it also works to pay your App Store bills via phone number)

- Transfer to a foreign bank account (EUR, USD, etc) via Swift

You just have to download the TrueMoney app and do a KYC (identity verification) and that's it
Answer summary
TrueMoney can be utilized as an alternative banking option for those unable to open or maintain a traditional bank account in Thailand. Users can deposit cash at various locations such as True, Dtac, or 7-Eleven, allowing them to pay via scan (PromptPay, TrueMoney), acquire a virtual MasterCard for online transactions, and transfer funds to mobile account balances or even to foreign bank accounts through Swift. However, once cash is deposited into TrueMoney, users cannot withdraw it as Thai cash.
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What’s the point of getting the cash out paying a charge then putting it back in ?

Can’t you transfer money directly into it ?
Elías ********
Elías ********
Yes, but you can't get Thai cash back again. So, it's useful only if you're planning to use it. Still, it does allow to transfer to Thai banks accounts, for paying rent for example.

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