I want to open a bank account in Udon Thani, where my Thai wife has a property. On my last visit to the bank I was told I need our marriage certificate, propety book and visa stay of more than one month in my passport. I think I need also a thai mobile Sim. / mobile number??
Anyone give me some guidence.
I also plan to eventually stay in Thailand when I retire from work in UK. I still want to pop back to UK atheist twice a year. I need a visa and can I put large sum of money in bank to qualify to rules required to stay in Thailand..
TLDR : Answer Summary
To open a bank account in Udon Thani as a foreigner, generally, you will need a marriage certificate, proof of residence (property ownership documentation), a visa with a stay of more than one month, and possibly a Thai mobile number. However, requirements can vary by bank and branch. Some users reported needing different documentation and suggested trying multiple banks or branches due to inconsistent requirements. For long-term stay in Thailand, there are options like the retirement visa or extensions based on marriage, each requiring specific financial conditions (such as holding a certain amount in the bank). Many users also recommended patience and trial-and-error when approaching different banks.
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