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Should I open another bank account for visa renewal after getting my O marriage visa in Thailand?

Dec 8, 2025
2 days ago
Sjo *********
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Hi got my 3 month O marriage visa last week. have an account in bangkok bank from before. Am very happy with it everything has worked well for me but i have read that many have problems should i still open in another bank to get the visa renewed after 3 months
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The user is inquiring whether to open an additional bank account for visa renewal after receiving a 3-month O marriage visa. Many commenters advise opening another account due to potential issues with Bangkok Bank, such as account access problems and its reputation among expats. They suggest having multiple bank accounts as a precautionary measure to ensure smoother immigration processes and financial safety.
Steve ********
having a second account is a good idea
Michael ********
Yes i have been with Bangkok bank since 1988 just opened accounts at two more banks. Think its advisable nowadays not to put all your eggs in one basket
Bob **********
Is your 400k in that bank now ? Did you open it on a tourist visa?
Sjo *********
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@Bob *********
old account that I opened many years ago but has become unnecessary until now
Bob **********
@Sjo ********
probably not active if not used for a long time open a new one Kbank is good
Sjo *********
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@Bob *********
active and vorking good app card evryting
Bob **********
@Sjo ********
then get your 400k in there
Sjo *********
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@Bob *********
I've already had
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0 it for 4 months but was wondering if it would be better to change banks now before I extend visa in mars
Bob **********
@Sjo ********
you can take that money out as long as you put it back in two months before your extension and I hope your really not going to Mars for your visa
Tom *******
@Sjo ********
make sure you have a phone number linked to it and you’ll be ok.
William ***********
Never hurts to spread your money around. Your financial advisor would recommend it.
Thrilling*********
I've used kasikorn, apparently very reliable.
Frank **********
Bangkok Bank is probably the worse bank in Thailand right now for foreigners.
Paul *******
Yes, I suggest that you open an account with another Thai bank because the bangkok Bank is not helpful with Immigratiion matters.
Brandon ************
That's up to you. Just know your bank account could get locked at any moment forcing you to go into the bank with all your documents and potentially waiting weeks for it to be unlocked. And when you want an extension from immigration, if the money for that extension is not in your account for 4 months when you ask for the letter, they will require you to freeze the funds for an additional 4 months from the day you get the letter.
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