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What do I need to do to successfully open a bank account and obtain a driver's license in Thailand?
Dec 26, 2025
3 days ago
Rick ******
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
An expat shares their successful experience of opening a bank account at Krungthai Bank after three attempts, requiring only a passport, eVisa for a NON-O retirement visa, and TM30 form. They also detail their journey to obtain a Thai driver's license, which involved failing the written test twice yet succeeding on their third attempt. Community members discuss the written test's language options and share their own experiences related to the driving test process.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
