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What do I need to open a bank account at Kasikorn Bank in Thailand with a retirement visa?

Kasikorn Bank Bank Account Requirements Retirement Visa TM30 Residence Certificate Thai Visa Expat Banking in Thailand

Mar 5, 2026

2 months ago

Miguel *******************

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Hi everyone. I searched the group and have a question. I have a retirement visa and want to open a bank account with kasikorn bank. I went to the minburi branch twice and they wanted my ssn card, tm30, passport and US ID. They are saying I need a book for where I’m living with my girlfriend that includes me in the document. 

I know sometimes the requirements are branch dependent. 

Has any opened an account with Kasikorn bank recently and which branch in Bangkok. 

Many thanks

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TLDR : Answer Summary

To open a bank account with Kasikorn Bank while holding a retirement visa in Thailand, you typically need your passport, retirement visa, and TM30 documentation. Some branches may also require a document proving your residence, like a lease agreement or a residence certificate from immigration. It's advisable to bring your US tax ID and a Thai SIM card registered in your name for verification. Note that requirements can vary by branch, so it may be beneficial to check with different locations.

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Jesper *******

Lease agreement (6mth/1yr) may be accepted ...try the branches in the big shopping malls which deals with foreigners alot

2 months ago

Fred **********

I went to Kasikorn bank 3 weeks ago in Chiang Mai. needed lease contract, visa, passport. NOT needed a certificate of residence.

Before went to bangkok bank. and they resisted a certificate.

2 months ago

John **********

You will need to get a residence certificate from immigration, wherever you're living will need to have filed a TM30 for you and you'll need to bring along a copy of the receipt to show immigration. You'll also need a Thai SIM registered against your passport and to supply your US tax ID etc

2 months ago

Haim *******

TM30 is mandatory for opening bank account.

2 months ago

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