What are the requirements for opening a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?

I can speak and understand the Thai language enough to make conversation but it is different when dealing with banks and immigration. I have my Thai girlfriend with me to help but the staff in the banks seem to dismiss us without listening and not even looking at my documents. They seem to want an easy life without the hassle of giving me an account. I have been coming to Thailand for 19 years and fully accept that things are done very differently here. For your information, English is the most commonly used 2nd language in Thailand. It's much worse for someone from Germany or France, nobody here can speak these languages. I had a German friend who hated the fact that he had to speak in English because he couldn't speak Thai. I love Thailand, the people and the weather and have always been fully aware of the problems with the culture and the language.

@Peter *****

I have a letter from immigration showing my address. They said I have all the necessary documents to be able to open a bank account. I think their main problem is that no one in these banks can understand English.

@David *****

I think the main problem is that no one in any of the banks nearby can speak or understand English. I do also get the impression that it would be too much hard work for them to do for me. Thanks for your help 👍

@John ********

I must have 800,000 baht in a Thai bank account for 2 months before I can apply for a retirement visa. First I need a bank account

@Ossie ********

Thank you, this sounds positive 👍

@Greg ********

Thank you. Maybe this is what I should do 👍

@Terrence ***********

Thanks, I will let you know

@Brandon ***********

Thank you. I do have a residence certificate that is for opening a bank account. I think I will contact an agent. Time is running out!