What documents do I need to open a bank account in Udon Thani as a foreigner on my wife's Blue Book TR14?

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I am in udon Thani for next 3 weeks and want to open a bank account. I am on my wife blue book TR14.  What documents are required.  I have bought my UK marriage certificate wth me but will I require translation of this  certificate. I checked on goggle and found some legal services I can get this done if necessary.

Ask Thailand · Answer

To open a bank account in Udon Thani while on your wife's blue book TR14, you'll generally need your passport and the blue book. The exact requirements can vary by bank and branch; some might ask for additional documents like a residency certificate or a lease agreement. It's suggested to approach your wife's bank first and be prepared with the necessary documents, including possibly getting your UK marriage certificate translated. Experiences shared in the comments indicate that the process can be somewhat inconsistent, so trying different banks may yield different results.

David ******** · Answer

Go to your wife's bank in Udon with her and you should be ok just take your passport and blue book

Ken ******* · Answer

If you have a residency certificate it could help.. a local Kasikorn Bank told me I needed a letter from the British Embassy which I know would never happen...  local Bangkok Bank were more obliging.

Rodney ******** · Answer

Bangkok bank in udon thani shopping centre only needed passport

Easy as to open

Robert ***** · Answer

My name ìn blue book, when purchased bungalow in Sri Thani. They just used my forename and middle name.

Apparently I need to complete a form and my wife sign. Thank you everybody. I will keep you informed.

Nigel ********* · Answer

I went to the bank of bankok in patong, and no problem!! 15 mins and account set up.

John ********** · Answer

Are you really in your wife's blue book? Or do you have a yellow book?

Ian ********** · Answer

Just go and try different branches. It may be easier being away from tourist areas. The main stumbling block is proving where you live. Some banks will accept a sponsor so try your wife's bank first plus other banks will open an account if you buy their expensive insurance. Current money laundering laws have made it much harder to open a bank account. Good luck

Steve ************ · Answer

I opened an account with SCB recently, I had no problems with just my badly damaged passport that had just been through a standard cycle in a washing machine. It is extremely hit and miss which bank and if they feel like it. Just try one at a time be polite and smile a lot.

Adam ****** · Answer

Just wing it with your passport and visa and see how it goes. They will tell you what they need. Generally it's the luck of the draw with banks.

Pete ******* · Answer

Bangkok Bank Jomtien requirements: Long term visa, passport, 2nd government issued photo ID, residency certificate, 1 year lease agreement or blue book. Every bank and every branch will have a list of their own. Just give you an idea.

What documents do I need to open a bank account in Udon Thani as a foreigner on my wife's Blue Book TR14?

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