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What banks should I try first when I enter Thailand on a Non-O visa?

Non-O Visa Thailand Banking Kasikorn Bank SCB Bank Bangkok Bank TM30 Property Ownership Expat Community Residency

Aug 3, 2025

15 hours ago

Jeremy *********

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Two days to go before entering Thailand on my non o visa.   DTAC all done.  Hua Hin where I own my house.  Are Kasikorn bank and scb bank still the first two banks to try first ?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The conversation discusses banking options for expats entering Thailand on a Non-O visa. The user expressed interest in using Kasikorn Bank (KBank) and SCB Bank and prompted opinions from the community. Comments highlight differing views on banks, with some suggesting Bangkok Bank remains a top choice despite potential recent issues. Additionally, there are discussions about registering property and completing the TM30 process, indicating how to manage residency obligations. The necessity of owning a blue housebook for efficient TM30 registration is also noted.

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John ********

You own a house? How so?

10 hours ago

John *********

With a Non-O, proof of residency and a suitcase full of cash I was denied at Bangkok Bank in April 2025. My Thai wife of 36 years and I spent over an hour there. They had 100 reasons why it was NO. I walked next door to Krungthai Bank and they treated me like royalty. Fast and efficient service. I also like the app.

11 hours ago

Steve *******

I hope all goes well.

I’ll be arriving in September with a non O visa.

I also own a property in Hua Hin.

Have you completed a TM30?

I’m trying to, but struggling.

13 hours ago

Nongnuch ********

@Steve ******

if you really "own" a property in Hua Hin, then you should have a blue housebook for it. With the blue housebook number, you can register "your property" in the TM30 online system. You will be issued a Log-in ID and a password, and you will be able to register every arrival using the TM30 by yourself

13 hours ago

Steve *******

@Nongnuch *******

yes I have a blue book.

13 hours ago

Nongnuch ********

@Steve ******

and you need to click on "register" to register your accomodation in the system

13 hours ago

Jeremy *********

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@Nongnuch *******

Ah ok. Thankyou. Would my Lawyer have done that already for me ? Or is it for me to do ?

12 hours ago

Nongnuch ********

@Jeremy ********

your landlord is supposed to register your arrival in the accommodation. Some landlords do not follow suit. Then the responsibility is upon you. The fine for not registering or late registering is 2000 Baht

11 hours ago

Jeremy *********

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@Nongnuch *******

I am the owner so it is up to me. When I go to immigration to do my TM30 for my residency certificate I will try and register then. Hopefully can do it all together. Maybe have trouble if they require any paperwork about the lease holder. I will go early to give myself time to return

10 hours ago

Nongnuch ********

@Steve ******

the link is

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13 hours ago

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Jeremy *********

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@Nongnuch *******

yes I have my blue book. Didn't know about the online stuff though thanks. I will go to immigration though so I can get the paperwork and info needed for the one year extension in preparation

13 hours ago

Nongnuch ********

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13 hours ago

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Jeremy *********

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@Steve ******

I don't arrive in Hua Hin until Tuesday afternoon 5 th August. I will be straight down immigration on Wednesday morning for my TM 30 application

13 hours ago

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Jeremy *********

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And I am not intending to use an agent. Only as a last resort

14 hours ago

Jeremy *********

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It’s just with the troubles that I have heard with Bangkok bank it may not be a viable option but not sure really

14 hours ago

Max *************

Jeremy Chester KBank or SCB have never been the "first two banks to try" as you put it,or better than Bangkok Bank. Just saying.

14 hours ago

Jeremy *********

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Ok thanks. I will try those two first then

14 hours ago

Rudi ***********

@Jeremy ********

Laat me weten of kasikornbank gelukt is, ik ga hetzelfde doen in oktober met een non visum O vanuit België aangevraagd. Dank u alvast.

13 hours ago

Jeremy *********

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@Rudi **********

sure , no problem. I will post on every step and let people know how I am progressing and any changes with immigration etc for people's information

13 hours ago

Rudi ***********

@Jeremy ********

alvast bedankt!

13 hours ago

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Rudi ***********

Nongnuch ********

@Jeremy ********

I got a SCB bank account since 20 years, and I must say, I am very satisfied with their onlinebanking App and their service every other year issuing the bank letter for Immigration. And the savings account earn a 1.2% interest, which pays the yearly Debit Card fee and earns me around 2600 THB on my 800,000+ THB

14 hours ago

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Nongnuch ********

Roberto *********

Bangkok Bank is the best by a long shot, unless you're planning to use a visa agent.

15 hours ago

David *********

If you have a Non-O, you shouldn't have a problem with any bank. Most consider SCB or Kbank to be the best. Recent issues would consider staying away from Bangkok Bank is possible.

15 hours ago

Max *************

@David ********

Bangkok Bank is still in the top."Most consider",really? Who are they? You're supposed to be a moderator.

14 hours ago

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Max *************

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