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Can I use Wise to transfer funds for my Non O Visa extension in Thailand?

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May 16, 2025

a year ago

Andy ********

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Hi all, I'm currently in Bangkok on my first week on a Non O Visa from the UK. I need to transfer the 800,000 Baht, so that I can apply for the 1 year extension. I have setup a bank account at Krungsri Bank in Bangkok Phrom Phong. Can I send the 800K Baht using Wise ? I know that maximum that can be transferred is 500K each time, so I would need to do 2 x transfers.

Will the Immigration office be ok with a transfer from Wise for the 1 year extension ? I could use Barclays Swift payment, but would be much more expensive.

thanks!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user, currently in Bangkok on a Non O Visa, is seeking advice on transferring 800,000 Baht to apply for a 1-year extension. They have opened a bank account at Krungsri Bank and are considering using Wise for the transfer, which allows a maximum of 500,000 Baht per transaction. Community feedback confirms that using Wise is acceptable and effective. Users recommend ensuring the funds are seasoned for at least two months and suggest sending the transfer marked appropriately to meet immigration requirements.

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Paul ********

Yes you can use wise I’ve done it myself and it 2,000,000

a year ago

Pierre *********

Yes you can!

a year ago

Terence *********

Answer ..Yes..ok..

a year ago

Jesper *******

I use Wise in 3 transaction the first(50kbaht) was just to test the system....if you transfer the money to wise before cut off time you will get same day deposit usually after 2pm (thai time) I did it with bkk bank......please remember that the 800k have to be seasoned for 2 mths before u apply for extension and u need letter and statement from bank to do that

a year ago

Stuart ***********

I used Wise to transfer the funds a couple of years ago with no problems.

You choose the final option in the list, so that it shows as a transfer from abroad. I think it's worded something like 'funds for long term stay'.

a year ago

Andy ********

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@Stuart **********

yes, got it thanks

a year ago

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Andy ********

David *******

Catch 22 situation

Several payments using wise ect which Will probably cost the same transaction as 1 UK bank transfer.

Its a one off payment so bite the bullet on that one.

You need to show the money in your account ASAP

a year ago

Todd *********

@David ******

only one transfer with Wise as they accept up to $2M baht. One would be crazy to use their bank for this.

a year ago

Andy ********

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@David ******

thanks, but 2 transfers required, and it's £400 cheaper than Barclays if you use their exchange rates

a year ago

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Andy ********

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@Brandon ***********

thanks, but the latest info at Wise states 500k:-

Bangkok Bank Public Company 2,000,000

Kasikorn Bank 2,000,000

Siam Commercial Bank 1,499,999

Other recipient banks 500,000

a year ago

Brandon ************

@Andy *******

Yes, I went back into Wise and saw that and deleted my post. 2 years ago they changed it to 50,000 baht, but it appears they've since increased it to 500k

a year ago

Peter **********

@Brandon ***********

My best guess: The increase is a result of the security upgrades the Thai banks are installing (which are causing a few problems here and there).

a year ago

Andy ********

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@Brandon ***********

thanks, appreciate it

a year ago

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Andy ********