DTV: Remote Worker
I want to Bank in the land of smile to make life easier but there were more frustration than smiles. Yes, there are other method but you may be prone to Scam using hard cash plus there isn't a paper trial.
I live near On Nut and I read the banks in Big C may be more forgiving so I gave it a try and here is my experience.
I tried TTB, SCB, Bangkok Bank
I called TTB at Digital Park which about 1 month ago told me to try head office and they now said no.
I have the following docs and they didn't even ask or take a look at any of my docs. I tried the supposedly magic words "Remote Worker" they don't care. They ask what Visa and the moment they hear DTV. It's a No Can KAA! or You have work permit? No Can KAA!
TM30
1 Year Condo Lease
Employment Contract
Tabian Baan "House Registration" signed by owner
Passport (American)
Phone Number Thai (Data & Phone)
DTV Remote Worker
I'm either going to try the True Money method with 20k limit
or use cash or wait until the whole banking thing cool down.
lmk if you know other method that would make life easier using QR.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user shares their frustrating experience trying to open a bank account in Thailand with a DTV visa. Despite having all the necessary documents, they were denied by several banks due to their visa type. The conversation highlights various opinions from community members, suggesting alternatives like using cash, TrueMoney, and other apps for transactions instead of traditional banking. The discussion reflects the broader issues faced by digital nomads and expats regarding banking services in Thailand.
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