Hi, not visa related but has anyone used this type of card please 🙏
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The post inquires about the experiences of users with the Kasikorn Bank prepaid card, highlighting concerns about fees, acceptance of cards in Thailand, and comparisons with other services like Wise and Revolut. Commenters express skepticism about the card's practicality, particularly for long-term residents, due to potential fees and limited acceptance in local businesses, preferring other financial options.
Are you sure you know what you're talking about and that you understood correctly? 200 THB is the minimum amount for card payments (unless something has changed recently), not an extra cost. Personally, I don't use the Wise card, but it seems pretty unlikely that such an amount would be charged for a card transaction - especially when using solutions like Wise.
This won't work. These QR codes have a different use.
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Dwayne ********
Won’t even chance, it’s Thailand, like the health insurance companies, they only care about ‘profit off of’ not helping foreigners.
John *********
Many places I go to in Thailand don’t accept credit cards and debit cards. It’s cash or scan using your Thai bank app on your phone. Based on that, this card has no advantage for me. Also, if I go to a place that accepts credit cards, I’m using my own card so I can get the cash back or miles.
I would imagine, like the prepaid visas in the USA, there's helluh fees for everything, including checking your balance, each transaction, etc
Eryk ************
I haven't used it myself, but if the only way to top up is through a foreign exchange booth, it doesn't seem very cost-effective in the long run. You still need foreign cash, and exchange rates at those places are typically unfavorable. It might make sense for short-term tourists in Thailand, but I don't think it's worth it for long-term residents. It also likely depends on how much you usually spend. While it's convenient that it supports QR payments, overall, I personally don't find it better than options like Revolut, etc.