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How can I prove my address in Thailand to open a bank account if nothing is in my name?

Oct 1, 2025
7 days ago
Roger ********
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In view of on-going Bangkok Bank problems, I am thinking of opening another account elsewhere. Despite having lived at the same address for over a decade, nothing is in my name. So, how do I prove my address? Is a Thai driving licence sufficient? Seem to recall something about a yellow book. Is that an answer? Something from Immigration, despite them never having visited?
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TLDR : Answer Summary
To prove your address for opening a bank account in Thailand, options include a Thai driving license, a certificate of residence from immigration, or a 'yellow book.' Requirements vary by bank and branch, so it's advisable to verify directly with them. Some may require additional documents such as a long-term lease, visa, or even a marriage certificate. Maintaining assets in your name can also support your residency claims.
David ********
Lived at the same address for a decade and nothing is in your name? That's where your problem starts. It's essential for long-term residence to have some assets in your name as evidence that you are not just a visitor or tourist but a long term resident. Then you have no problem with banks.
Max **********
Long term registered lease if property in partner’s name.
Ron ******
Mate, you have a better chance of picking the lottery numbers than what the bank will require! Passport bio page, extension stamp, certificate of residence, marriage certificate, yellow book, driver licence, wife's blue book and ID. Could be others they can dream up. I opened an account with KBank a few months ago, I just took original and copies of everything and let them take what they wanted. To be honest the best way is to visit the branch, tell them you want to open an account , they'll go through what you give them, if they want something else just smile and go get it. Good luck!
Denise ****************
My husband needed a work permit to open a bank account
Jim **********
@Denise ***************
i was told at a bank when looking for retirement visa that I needed a job to open an account
Marty ******
Just had my account frozen , have to go back to where opened account in Bangkok to show passport visa etc
Phil ******
@Marty *****
no call 1441. That's a hot line. Also look up my friend
@Greg ******
's post with other numbers. Googluck
Peter *********
TM30 for your address
Roger ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Peter ********
Immigration then?
Peter *********
@Roger *******
who ever owns property your living at will be able to do the TM30 for you 😀
Jay *******
Visa and residence certificate were required last month when I opened an account at Kasikorn. However it seems to differ at each bank and with each bank employee you talk to. Pick the bank and branch you want to use and ask them directly. You will get many different answers here
Roger ********
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@Jay ******
Thailand
Pete *******
Depends on the branch requirements, some require a long term lease, some a certificate of residence, some a yellow book and some a combination of the above. Ask at your local branch for their requirements.
Steve ******
@Pete ******
yes good advice I've had it with 2 different banks and both wanted different info👍😊
Martyn ***********
I've got so say.. I've found it that places require or insist on a resident certificate... Which as no checks and purely where you've told them you live? This can be said about 90 day report too...?
Garrett ***********
@Martyn **********
Thats because you swear the information you provide is correct when you sign your visa/extension application, and its a crime to lie on it.
Martyn ***********
@Garrett **********
it's good enough for them but nobody else...
Roger ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Martyn **********
Agree. Immigration have never checked. Driving licence people did not request proof. In more than 10 years, every department l have dealt with accepted what l said. Yes, wife had to produce her ID and house book, but l am not in that either.
Donald **********
@Roger *******
Go to your local Amphoe and check their requirements to obtain a Yellow House Book and a Pink Thai I.D. Card. Might require an appointment at your embassy to certify your passport and you can obtain a copy of your birth certificate online (if UK citizen?) Get everything that is in English or other language officially translated to Thai and visit the MFA to get it certified and clear up any requirements that they might have. Fulfil all the Amphoe requirements which likely will required photos of you at the house with the local headman and witnesses. Get signed photo copies of all the ID cards of the Thais involved and submit the documentation to the local Amphoe. There will likely be a meeting to attend at the local Amphoe with the Thai witnesses and possibly your local headman (men) in attendance too. (You can compensate them for their time financially). Get your thumb prints and photo taken at the Amphoe and you should be ready to receive the Yellow House Book and pink Thai ID cards. Obviously your wife’s assistance during this process will be invaluable.

Once you’ve achieved that, nothing will seem difficult again and life should be much simpler when dealing with bureaucracy, banks and phone companies etc.
Garrett ***********
Certificate of residency from immigration, 99% sure youll need it regardless
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