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What is the best way for an expat on a DTV visa to open a bank account in Thailand?
Hey does anyone know the best place to open a bank account in Thailand for an expat on a dtv visa
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Expats holding a DTV visa often face challenges opening bank accounts in Thailand. Several commenters suggest starting with a residence paper, as banks require this for account creation. Many recommend going through agents, especially in Pattaya, to expedite the process, with costs ranging from 5,000 to 16,000 baht depending on nationality. It is common to face rejections from banks, and experiences vary widely across different branches and bank types. Some suggest certain banks like Bangkok Bank and Krung Thai Bank might be better options, but persistence is key.
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Wanidtha ************
If you want to open an account in Phuket please contact me . Can recommended someone .
He***
Hiring an agent, but the service fee depends on your nationality, from 6k, 10k or 16k…
Andy ************
Where are you living?
GenesisFritz **************
I have been posting this and keep telling every DTV holder if you are not willing to pay an agent in pattaya it's cheap but look complain if it is in Bangkok the agents will be higher way higher than Pattaya....you can go to Bangkok Bank head office in silon bring a residence certificate issued by your embassy...and they will assist you
Mathew *********
Go to pattaya and use a visa company
Mathew *********
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Mathew *********
6k baht
Dean *****
@Mathew ********
which company?Mathew *********
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Stephen *****
Anyone have an agent they can share with the group?
Stephen *****
Anyone know of any agents in Bangkok? Thanks
Ray *****
@Stephen ****
MOTS in Pattaya. I paid 5k earlier this year
Noway *****
Ive tried around 10 banks. They all say the same thing. It's a no for DTV. I don't think it's possible anymore.
Romain ****
@Noway ****
someone documented a success a few days ago, just need to find the right one
Chani ************
Try Krung Thai Bank (KTB- light blue bank)
Sefton ********
Obtain a residence paper first. They will want it and having one in hand improves the possibility of yes.
Jared *********
You want the account to be in the city you will be living in. You'll likely have to try 10-20 banks / branches as each are different. Even individuals within a branch can be different...
Or pay a couple thousand baht to an agent and have it done within a couple hours.
Or pay a couple thousand baht to an agent and have it done within a couple hours.
Melody ******
i try 3 bank yesterday, they said no
bankgkok, scm, k bank
bankgkok, scm, k bank
Paulie ********
Pot luck just try untill one says yes its not easy now. Or if desperate use a agent
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