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How can expats open a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O Visa?

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Mar 30, 2025

a year ago

Sam ********

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Just wanted voice my appreciation for this group and how helpful it is. Managed to open a bank account with my Non-O Visa. All the info on here has been invaluable, only got one knock back for a ridiculous reason, ie middle initial on my driver license wasn’t acceptable. Next bank, no problem. Shout out to Brandon Thurkettle for answering mine and a lot of newbie questions. For anyone in BKK in the same situation. Go to main Bangkok Bank at Emporium on Sukhumvit. Not sure if it will help, but I went on Sunday at 1pm, and I was the only customer. Best of luck to y’all

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An expat expresses gratitude for a community group that provided invaluable information on opening a bank account with a Non-O Visa in Bangkok. They mentioned successfully opening an account at Bangkok Bank located in Emporium on Sukhumvit, sharing a tip about visiting on a Sunday afternoon to avoid crowds. They also encountered a minor issue with their middle initial on their driver license, but resolved it at a different bank. Other users commented positively, sharing their encouragement.

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Very nice to hear. 😃

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

Great to hear, as some have reported issues in getting the bank account recently. Maybe the old advice of sticking to banks in the big malls is still applicable.

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