What documents do I need to open a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O visa?

@THAI *****************************

I got account at fourth bank. Just comment as it seems more difficult now I think banks treat 90 day non o as just a tourist visa now at some branches

@Doug *******

That’s quite surprising. We can assist in Bangkok, but unfortunately, the cost is the same as it would be for someone on a tourist visa.

Perhaps someone in the group can share a branch they’ve found to be more flexible.

@THAI *****************************

all my paperwork fine with 90 day non o. Three banks refused then fourth agreed all with same paperwork

@Paul *******

ol I think that's where you are fortunate. The one year non o seems ok with the bank but the 90 day one seems to be an issue. 2 banks told me the 90 day non o is classd as short stay and they will not open account on that despite everything saying it is what's needed to get your first account. Lots of nervous banks about I think because of the recent scams etc

@Paul *******

We’re also surprised to hear reports of individuals struggling to open bank accounts despite already holding a Non-O visa.

In most cases, having a Non-O visa should make the process straightforward, so there may be additional circumstances involved in their situation if they claim they still cannot open an account.

@Doug *******

I've happily had a Bangkok Bank account for over five years, but found some of their recent policy changes a little worrisome and/or annoying.

So I opened my new account in Pattaya Central Festival Kasikorn Bank. I have a one year extension of stay based on retirement. ("O," not "O/A)." I got a residence certificate from Jomtien Immigration first, before going to the bank.

It took less than an hour to open a standard savings account, and I left with book, working debit card and ap/promptpay set up and tested on my phone. No agent involved.

Again, I'm not anti-agent when needed, but I don't see how using one would have helped even a little bit in this particular situation.

They were very happy to do it. Honestly, I think Kasikorn is a little gleeful because they are aware they are rapidly gaining a lot of ex-Bangkok Bank customers.

@Paul *******

which visa was you on ? And where was the branch if you don't mind me asking as I was refused at kasikorn a couple of months ago in Udon Thani but accepted at krungsgri next door with exactly the same paperwork

@Stuart ********

I opened a new Kasikorn account about three weeks ago. So easy and quick. Finding a pen to fill out the form at immigration was the biggest problem I faced.

I'm not one of those anti-agent guys. I will use them no problem if I see a benefit. But in this case, I just can't imagine how an agent would have made the experience quicker, easier, or cheaper.

@Cabbie *****

yes, generally they accept it but then again, it is Thailand.