Hi im looking for some information on opening a bank account. I have my DTV visa already. Ive had 1 quote for 19k baht just to open a bank account. Does anyone know where i can open an account cheaper?
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The user is seeking advice on affordable options for opening a bank account in Thailand with a DTV visa, having received a quote of 19,000 baht. Comments highlight alternatives with lower fees, such as 6,000 to 10,000 baht, and caution that it may be challenging to open an account on a DTV visa due to bank restrictions. Several users suggest shared experiences and specific banks that might accommodate DTV visa holders, while emphasizing the importance of having proper documentation.
DTV IS NOT ELIGABLE FOR OPENING A THAI BANKACCOUNT.
I you want a bank account, you should not have a touristvisa as DTV
Banks in Thailand are like everywhere in the world, interested in having good stable custormers, that have a permanent address, a steady easy traceable income, and use the account all year round.
Digital nomads which the the DTV is aimed for, is by definition people that travel around a lot, which are the opposit of what banks wants as customers.
That is why the banks are reluctant to give accounts to people on short time ( read: tourist ) visas, and who only spend part of the year in Thailand.
Don’t expect to get a residence certificat, until you have stayed at a permanent adress in at least 3 month, since that is what the residence certificat should confirm.
Furthermore the added attention on whitewashing of money, is an added burden on the banks, so reluctant depositing large amounts isn’t a guaranteed way to open an account.
The value of a resident certificat, had gone down, since Immigration Officers are giving them to people that are not on a longterm visa, or have stayed severel months at 1 adress in Thailand, so even if it is a formal requirement, the bank make up their own assesment of the stability of the want-to-be customer.
DTV IS NOT ELIGABLE FOR OPENING A THAI BANKACCOUNT.
I you want a bank account, you should not have a touristvisa as DTV
Banks in Thailand are like everywhere in the world, interested in having good stable custormers, that have a permanent address, a steady easy traceable income, and use the account all year round.
Digital nomads which the the DTV is aimed for, is by definition people that travel around a lot, which are the opposit of what banks wants as customers.
That is why the banks are reluctant to give accounts to people on short time ( read: tourist ) visas, and who only spend part of the year in Thailand.
Don’t expect to get a residence certificat, until you have stayed at a permanent adress in at least 3 month, since that is what the residence certificat should confirm.
Furthermore the added attention on whitewashing of money, is an added burden on the banks, so reluctant depositing large amounts isn’t a guaranteed way to open an account.
The value of a resident certificat, had gone down, since Immigration Officers are giving them to people that are not on a longterm visa, or have stayed severel months at 1 adress in Thailand, so even if it is a formal requirement, the bank make up their own assesment of the stability of the want-to-be customer.
I’ve been emailing back-and-forth with Bangkok bank and it sounds like with my DTV my passport, my ID and my birth certificate. They’re willing to open an account for me.
is the True, when i send u a message tells me i need to send u a friend request, but i can not send u 🫠 can u send me the link to your post about the Bank Account?
i can not see a post there. I thought u want to help us here? 😕 u can just post the Link here or post a screenshot or send me a message.. sorry but i really interested 🙏
It’s very difficult but not impossible to open an account on your own Search for successful posts
Kool *******
There is a way to do it in Bangkok, but I won't post the details publicly, as it will go away real fast.
Ric ******
Me as well, please.
Michael **********
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John *********
Which DTV did you get approval for, which part of Thailand you residing in?
As a matter of interest which Thai Consulate did you apply in and how long did the application take, did you have to provide and further documentation etc?
bottom line... it's not proper for you to hijack another person's post. Which is what you did. I simply suggested that you post your own question. Then we all can reply to your question.
James ********
Your question is a good one... simply create your own Post asking it.