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What are the current restrictions for DTV holders opening a TrueMoney account in Thailand?

KindDach*********
asked Jun 16, 2026
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DTV holders can no longer open a full TrueMoney account, unless they have a Thai driving license or own a condo, existing full accounts are not affected
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Due to recent changes, holders of a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) are no longer able to open a full TrueMoney account unless they possess a Thai driving license or own a condo. However, existing accounts for DTV holders remain unaffected. The conversation includes various personal experiences from users regarding their banking and visa processes in Thailand, highlighting the ease of managing these tasks independently versus hiring professional help.
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Mike ******
Mike ******
I considered an agent as I'm 83 & couldn't face queueing in 30+ temps. Eventually I bit the bullet and everything went smoothly. I never know why Pattaya Immigration can't do the 'visa' on the same day? I think they are making a mint charging 40 baht for parking for the three minutes it takes to pick up your passport on the next day!
ฟาร์มนกปักธงชัย **********
ฟาร์มนกปักธงชัย **********
No all of them want your money only.

Do it yourself 1900 baht
Joe ******
Joe ******
Loads of them
Mervyn ********
Mervyn ********
Do it yourself, not exactly difficult.
Andrew *******
Andrew *******
ISSA compass !
Alan ******
Alan ******
You should have stated you don't have 800k in your bank account, or 65k a month income, that should stop 50% of the answers being DIY 😂😂😂😂
Gerar ********
Gerar ********
It’s easy to do it yourself, the retirement visa extension is the easiest to do and done in a few hours.

Only use a agent if there no any other option available to you.
Mick *********
Mick *********
What I did was apply for the 90 day non o visa from the Thai embassy in London. I was able to open a bank account with my visa, passport, rental agreement and TM30. It was all fairly easy. I stayed in an air b n b for the first week while looking for a 3 month rental condo before I could open the bank account. Also needed a thai cell phone contract. Then I reached out to
@THAI *****************************
who sorted the 12 month retirement extension. They also sort out the 90 day report for me. Reasonable price and no where near the 60k Bhat quoted in one post. I know some say just do it yourself but as a retiree I’d rather pay to avoid queues and using my time. It’s up to you but I’m really happy with the haste free service.
Terence **********
Terence **********
It's quite easy to do especially if u have a thai partner
Glennstev ***********
Glennstev ***********
,all reputable...60k baht
Venkat ************
Venkat ************
Thailand Near Fahurat
David *******
David *******
Why can you not do it yourself?

Simple!
Don *************
Don *************
No DIY
Peter *******
Peter *******
Where are you?
David *********
David *********
Location in Thailand?
Gregor **********
Gregor **********
what is a "retirement visa" ? It can be SEVEN (7) different visas and stay permits. We need to know which one you call "retirement visa" it is you need help with
Todd ********
Todd ********
Where you located in Thailand

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