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How much does it cost to get a residence certificate from immigration for opening a bank account in Thailand?
How much does everyone pay to get a piece of paper from immigration to open a bank ?
Answer summary
The cost of obtaining documentation from immigration for opening a bank account in Thailand varies significantly depending on the location and urgency. Many commenters noted that a residence certificate is typically free but can incur a fee of 300 to 500 baht for expedited processing. Experiences differ by region, with some areas charging fees while others offer the document at no cost. It's also highlighted that some banks might accept alternative documents like a long-term visa or lease agreement without requiring a residence certificate.
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Ian **********
The CoR is free but can take upto 2 weeks so an expedited version cost 500 baht. No receipt 😂
John **********
That piece of paper is only validation of your residence address, it has no significance on wether the bank will agree to open an account for you. Ps it’s usually 500 bht
Jim *******
My CoR , Bangkok, Samut Prakan Immigration, was free but come back in 7 days to get it.
The officer did not tell me about paying 500 THB (or anything) to get it on the spot.
3 x CoR: for opening a bank account, for Thai driving licence and for purchase a vehicle.
The officer did not tell me about paying 500 THB (or anything) to get it on the spot.
3 x CoR: for opening a bank account, for Thai driving licence and for purchase a vehicle.
Wayne ******
Zero
Andi **********
Here in Samui it's free.
Stewart *********
You don't need a piece of paper go to kasikorn central take your passport and Thai driving license job done
Galenus ******
I reckon you will not get any concerning answer, since opening a bank is big stuff. I'm happy to have an account with a bank. But to own a bank is undoubtedly the best. Tell us about the proceedings. Can't wait 🙏
Martyn *********
Udon free
Andrew ***********
No sure you can get that from immigration haha 😆 🤣 😜
Muchlis ********
I dont need any piece of paper from immigration.
I have non B visa, just passport and valid visa is enough
I have non B visa, just passport and valid visa is enough
Michael *******
I used my Non O Visa to open my bank account. Can’t remember the cost but it was less than $200.
Richard ********
Wtf would you need a "piece of paper" to open a bank.
Christian ********
If you want to open a Bank than they are spezialist for buisness founder. can you open a bank as a foreigner in thailand ?
Arnold *******
They charge in ChiangMai
Scott *********
There's pieces of paper all over the place at immigration. Just walk in and take one. They won't ask for any fee.
Charles *************
I got one for free
Ellen **********
Wow, you want to open a bank? 😄😁😆
Nuttaporn **********
500 THB
Colin ********
Jomtien charged me 200 baht for residency cert for bank account
Braulio *********
You can open the door to the bank without a piece of paper from immigration
Chris **********
It is supposed to be free.
Years ago, as a rookie I went to my local immigration to get my first residency certificate (I have a Yellow House Book now).
I was asked for ฿100 and stupidly just put a ฿500 note on the desk in front of me.
Like a python strike the note disappeared into his desk drawer with no chance of pointing out I should get ฿400 change 😡
I learned my lesson. After that I verbally stated what I was tendering.
Years ago, as a rookie I went to my local immigration to get my first residency certificate (I have a Yellow House Book now).
I was asked for ฿100 and stupidly just put a ฿500 note on the desk in front of me.
Like a python strike the note disappeared into his desk drawer with no chance of pointing out I should get ฿400 change 😡
I learned my lesson. After that I verbally stated what I was tendering.
Ant ***********
500 baht at Hua Hin for one straight away
If you want to wait 5-7 days
I believe it is no cost
If you want to wait 5-7 days
I believe it is no cost
Paul *******
Bangkok free got my one last week to renew my drivers licence
Garry *******
If your worried about money , maybe you shouldn’t be applying
Nick ********
Nada!!
Jay *******
Free if you wait a for about a week. 500 baht if you want it same day.
Zak ********
500 in Krabi
Steve *******
They are supposed to be free, but some immigration offices charge 300-500 baht per certificate. You can get the certificate the same day you apply for it.
Ken ********
Steve Demir again, depends on which immigration office. Some you have to go back next day to collect. 👍🏻
Jonny *********
300-500 Baht
Jo **********
nothing
Jesper ********
Open a bank?
Then you need better advise than Facebook 😀🌴😀
Then you need better advise than Facebook 😀🌴😀
Richard ********
Dont you need to be a resident to open a bank in thailand?
Richard ********
Jesper Hyttel yes there really are some idiots in this world..to many.
John *****
Jesper Hyttel advice
Jesper ********
Thanks John. English is not my first language.
David **********
A residence certificate from your local immigration office is free
Frà *****
Rayong Immigration 600 baht, waiting time 10 minutes
Sebastian ********
David E Moore can be free if you are prepared to wait a few days otherwise 500THB.
Brian *******
David E Moore it is free, unless you want same day, then immigration often put a 3-500 baht charge
Stephen *****************
David E Moore not on koh chang....charge 500 for proof of residency 💰💰🤑💲
Trustworthy************
David E Moore yes, if willing to wait 7 days. I paid 500bht to take same day.
Nongnuch ********
David E Moore not on every Immigration, unfortunately
Summer ******
David E Moore mine was also free.. every area is different.
Kim *********
David E Moore not at all - typical 300 or 500 baht
David **********
Kim Nielsen was that for expedited?
David **********
Kim Nielsen yes, that's expedited. If you don't mind waiting it's free 😊
Boy ********
Kim Nielsen if you pay 500 baht, you can wait. If you want it for free, you wait 7 days now. It was 5 days
Kim *********
David E Moore I don't know - I just asked for one - sat down and waited 20 minutes and that was that. So I suppose expedited.
Christian ********
Kim Nielsen Hua Hin its free.
Frank **********
You are going to open up a bank or a bank account?🤣🤣🤣🤣
Rohan ***************
@Frank *********
this guy has big dreams😂
Carlos *********
@Frank *********
foreigners cant open up a bank.Frank **********
Carlos Montana I know, I was being sarcastic.😁😁😁😆
Summer ******
These questions I swear 🙄 What paper? Proof of residency?? It’s free. If you need to ask a question how about you ask the actual question and not some vague BS, as if we are wasting YOUR time… also each provenance is different so you’ll have to include the area to get an accurate answer.
Franki ******
Summer Dawn give a fool a microphone 🤣🤣🤣this is what you get.
Bruce *****
Summer Dawn we r all mind readers dont u kno🤨😂
Kim *********
Summer Dawn costs 300 or 500 baht! TM16
Summer ******
Kim Nielsen I got one at Nong Khai immigration and it was free… feel free to read the entire comment I made.
Galenus ******
They got a lot of paper, last I saw it on a roll
Guy ****************
300 if you need one
John *********
Kasikorn accepted a long term visa, passport, lease agreement, and my SS card. No cost
Hubert *********
John Cardona not at Kasikorn in Hua Hin .
John *********
Hubert Kiekens Can't blame them. Shady characters in Hua Hin.
Tomas *********
John Cardona same for me at Kasikorn.
Martin ***************
John Cardona Same here - no residence certificate required.
Copy of visa, passport , lease agreement and mobile phone agreement linked to my passport.
Copy of visa, passport , lease agreement and mobile phone agreement linked to my passport.
Mark **********
If it’s a residence certificate they are free but have to wait 7 days in Hua Hin. If you require immediately they are 500฿
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