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How long does it typically take for Bangkok Bank to unfreeze an account after submitting paperwork?

Sep 22, 2025
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Chris ************
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Poll - Bangkok Bank. If your account was frozen. From when you visited the bank and provided your paperwork (what date)- date to when it was resolved. I provided my paperwork sept 4th. As of today no contact or updates.
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The discussion revolves around experiences with frozen accounts at Bangkok Bank, with various users sharing the timeline from when they provided necessary paperwork to when their accounts were resolved. Users note delays in response from the bank, suggesting that visiting the bank in person is often necessary to expedite the resolution. Many emphasize the importance of direct communication with bank employees and management, and some users highlight the need for additional documentation such as proof of residence. Overall, there seems to be a consensus that prompt follow-up and in-person visits are crucial in overcoming banking challenges.
Jay ******
Mine was 18 working days… I called the main branch on the 18th day. They called the branch that I opened up at in Hua Hin and they told me that a six month lease was not good enough, even though that was my second lease the first one being one year next one being only six months because I wanna upgrade and move into a bigger home after the six months… so I had my landlord make a new lease of one year. I submitted to Bangkok bank the next day and they open up my account in one hour…

So 19 working days total 😡
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Paul *****
Supplied my paperwork & photocopies on 28th August. I was originally told their ‘head office’ would receive this, review it and un-freeze the account within 7 days. So far nothing. Went back in my branch last Thursday (18th Sept) and saw the same employee. I was told to wait another week or two, as their head office was very busy! So, currently frozen for 24 days and counting! 😔
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William ***************
@Paul ****
same wait for me, too. Always self-funded.
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Chris *****
Locked on 19 Aug.

Visited BB on 25 Aug.

Unlocked on 5 Sept.

Pattaya branch.
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Ej ****
Definitely go back in and check on the status. They may require other documents, but they are not going to call you. I called the bank after 2 weeks of no response, and they requested a “resident of certificate.” Without calling them or visiting, it might be a long time before it’s resolved.
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Chris ************
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Update for me, I went into a branch in Bangkok (home branch is in Koh Samui). The lady called the Samui branch and was told they will unlock it tomorrow.
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Jay *******
Over 3 weeks since I provided all information. Have not heard a word from them and account is still frozen.
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William ***************
@Jay ******
same, I'm at 3.5 weeks with no updates whatsoever. Always self-funded.
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Pete **********
Go back to the bank. They wont contact you. I went in after 4 weeks . They asked me for my home bank info again and it was unlocked 5 minutes later. If you haven't gotten a second or third bank account in thailand go and do that
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Robert *********
How many trips have you made into the branch where you opened the account? You need to speak directly with the manager.
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Marcel ***********
I went to bank 1st of September the teller phoned me on the 17th to say it was unlocked
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Sandro-Sam *********
Almost a month since provided info, still not resolved
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Sue **********
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its all about frozen accounts nothing to do about the suspended app which is/was another issue back in july but where you still could withdraw with ATM. If account is frozen, you cannot do anything, no deposit no withdrawal
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Mma *******
@Sandro-Sam ********
can u use your card to withdraw from ATM?
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