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What should I do if I've been denied a bank account in Thailand with a 5-year visa?
Denied bank accounts in Thailand, what's going on?
Interesting development on Friday. Went to Kalasin Immigration for paperwork for drivers license. It came up in conversation that I had been denied at several banks to open a bank account. Head of Immigration had another look at my 5yr DTV and got quiet angry. He said no, this is a good visa. He got a pen and circled the 5 year part of the visa, wrote his phone number and name on the bottom and said, if the bank refuses tell them to call me 😃. Looking forward to going to a bank tomorrow and see how it all plays out. Should be good for a laugh.
Interesting development on Friday. Went to Kalasin Immigration for paperwork for drivers license. It came up in conversation that I had been denied at several banks to open a bank account. Head of Immigration had another look at my 5yr DTV and got quiet angry. He said no, this is a good visa. He got a pen and circled the 5 year part of the visa, wrote his phone number and name on the bottom and said, if the bank refuses tell them to call me 😃. Looking forward to going to a bank tomorrow and see how it all plays out. Should be good for a laugh.
Answer summary
The post discusses the author's recent struggle to open a bank account in Thailand despite holding a 5-year DTV visa, which led to an intervention from local immigration officials who encouraged the author to challenge the bank's refusal. Additionally, the comments reflect a range of perspectives on using agents for managing immigration processes, how to handle bank account issues, and the importance of adhering to the financial requirements related to visa extensions.
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(for those who prefer realtime chat)Greg *********
Thanks everyone that just about covers it. Cheers.
Peter *******
This is a 90 day report you need only your passport, now delete this post.
Christian **********
The famous visa agent trap.
Phil ********
You can do it yourself easily
Immigration 90 day report section has the list of requirements front of the desk
Personally I’d take note of the requirements fill in and make the required copies before going there to report
Much easier than previous as you don’t even lose sight of your passport it’s checked and done in front of you
Simple as 👌
Immigration 90 day report section has the list of requirements front of the desk
Personally I’d take note of the requirements fill in and make the required copies before going there to report
Much easier than previous as you don’t even lose sight of your passport it’s checked and done in front of you
Simple as 👌
Knowledgeabl************
If its .missing. they won't be happy
Terence **********
Just your passport
Mark *********
It is advisable not to engage an agency to manage this process on your behalf. Immigration regulations require that funds remain in your personal account for at least 3 months. Failure to adhere to this guideline may result in immigration complications, including the potential cancellation of your visa. Please exercise caution.
Emil ***********
Use your own money to deposit the 800 000 baht!!! Then leave it alone.
Terry ***********
I’m looking for an agent that won’t sting you in the pocket Can anyone recommend one? I’m looking for a retirement Visa I don’t want an agent that talks in telephone numbers.
Rebecca **********
We will be in the same boat as you soon - I was wondering about this as well
Conny **********
So now you are stuck with an agent because you will not pass the next extension.... 800k for 3 months and 400k permanent...
Noel ********
Get your agent to do the 90 day report will probably change 100 baht as they do it on line
IF You do it yourself, don't worry, they won't check your bank account just passport and proof of address.
Don't listen to the nay sayers.
IF You do it yourself, don't worry, they won't check your bank account just passport and proof of address.
Don't listen to the nay sayers.
Phillip ********
Just put 800k baht in the bank. No short cuts 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Greg *************
Phillip Davies Bit like selling your house without a Real Estate AGENT.
Frank ******
If immigration is so concerned about shortcut agent , why after all these years agents still thrive ....... Tea money is split this corruption from top down!!!!!
Andrew ********
You paid the visa agent
Why are you asking general public where everyone thinks they are experts but are rarely correct ?
Why are you asking general public where everyone thinks they are experts but are rarely correct ?
David ******
Andrew Burton You don't need to be an expert to know it's illegal.
Ar *******
Pay your agent 100 baht to do your 90 day report
Dick ********
Sorry, I’m still stuck on the op’s second sentence about being granted a one year visa after converting it from 90 days….. What one yer visa?
Conny **********
Dick Greene people don't understand the difference between visa and extension of stay....
Dick ********
Conny Dahlberg no kidding.
Sturgess ********
Dick Greene I think OP meant to say 1 year extension.
Bill *********
Congrats on using an agent to get everything taken care of; very wise move. The agent got your bank account opened so that temporary deposit notwithstanding, that was enough information that you should wire transfer (I use SWIFT) the B800k from your home bank account to your new Thai bank account as soon as possible and let it set. Some people say using an agent will obligate you to use them forever but I don't think that's true if you have your own money deposited right away.
Michael ********
@Bill ********
. I agree. This gives you piece of mind for future applications.Sujy *********
@Bill ********
Nobody said that "using an agent will obligate you to use them forever". What people are truthfully saying is that next year, if he want to do another 12 months extension, he need to use the same agent, or, if he has the 800k baht, he will need to cancel the visa, leave, and re-start the initial 90 days process. You cannot go from using an agent to DIY the next year without leaving the country and restarting the process. It's been like this for decades. So it's not a matter of opinion. I would urge people to comment only if they know what they are talking about.
Brandon ************
@Sujy ********
Can use any agent in subsequent years, doesn't have to the be the same one. Just have to use any agent if didn't meet the financial requirements.
Mark ******
Sujy Sujaree I've used agents, no agents, different agent, no agent, depending on how much paperwork/re-work I want to go through. Ofcourse I opened my own account with my money and just use agents most of the time for a no worry/hassle-free process, as it is designed.
Sujy *********
@Brandon ***********
I hope you are right for my own wallet next year.Brandon ************
@Sujy ********
yes. That's the entire point of an agent. Use money to bypass all of thatSujy *********
@Brandon ***********
Are you sure about that? That you can go from one immigration office to another?
Christer *****
Sujy Sujaree and I wouldn't put anything on an account that an agent can redraw money from.
Sujy *********
Christer Bau The agent can't withdraw without you being there. They need a contact at a bank or booth to withdraw but you are there with them.
Greg *********
Thankyou. I think I might just use my agent again. He said it would be 500b which would save a lot of grief.
ปิโด ********
Greg Simpson
Ma dio cane se hai gli 800.000฿, perché pagare una agenzia?
I novanta giorni sono gratuiti e bastano 2 minuti on line.
Ma dio cane se hai gli 800.000฿, perché pagare una agenzia?
I novanta giorni sono gratuiti e bastano 2 minuti on line.
Ken ******
serach google map or/and watch some youtubes on.the topic, plenty info
Jay ********
Usually just your passport nothing else
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