Reporting latest experience. Yesterday transferred the monthly 65000 baht from my Australian bank account via Wise (Funds for longstay in Thailand) to my Bangkok Bank account. Transfer initiated at 9:40am, funds arrived in Bangkok Bank account sometime between 12:30 and 12:50pm correctly noted on the account as an international transfer, for immigration purposes. Transferred funds for rent and internet at around 1:30pm. Used QR Promptpay scan four times between 4:00pm and 8:00pm.
At 2:30pm ordered 12-month statement from bank app (for immigration purposes this coming week), which arrived via email at 4:30pm.
I'm on non-O retirement extension, BB customer for eight years.
Absolutely no problems, account not frozen or suspended.
Bangkok Bank and Wise not quite the ogres which some are suggesting!
TLDR : Answer Summary
The post provides a detailed account of an expat's experience transferring funds for a long stay in Thailand. The individual successfully transferred 65,000 baht from an Australian bank to Bangkok Bank using Wise, with funds arriving promptly within hours. The individual did not encounter any issues with their account or the transfer process, contrary to some negative perceptions about banking services in Thailand. The discussion includes various user comments sharing their experiences with money transfers, immigration requirements, and the need for a 12-month bank statement for visa extensions. Users highlight the reliability of Wise and Bangkok Bank, while cautioning about certain local immigration office requirements and variances.
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