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What are the requirements for opening a bank account in Thailand as an expat with a visa?

Apr 3, 2025
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Dear All,

We bought a condo in January, travelling with normal 30/60 visa end of April from Germany and need a bank account to get payments for condo issues done.

What do we need? Special visa? Documents?

Thanks for your support!

BR
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TLDR : Answer Summary
To open a bank account in Thailand as an expat, it is advisable to apply for a NON-O visa before arriving, especially if you are over 50 years old. Entering on a visa exemption may complicate the process of setting up a bank account. Additionally, certain documentation, such as proof of income or pension exceeding the required amount (about 65,000 baht per month), may be needed to support your application.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
  • Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
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Mark *******
I am 66 years old,and have visited Thailand many times on a visa exemption stamp. Only returned in February this year. So could I apply for a 90 days Non O visa; or do I need a certain amount of money in the bank. My pensions are over the required amount of 65,000 baht per month.
Jan ******************
You’ll enter on a visa exemption which will make it quite hard or almost impossible to open a bank account. If you’re passed 50 years you’ll make it a lot easier by applying for a 90 days Non O visa at home before you go.
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