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Which KBank branch near Bang Na can I open a savings account without a work permit or insurance?

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Canice ******

asked Jun 6, 2021

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Which k bank branch can I open a saving account.. don't need work permit or purchase insurance from bank ....

I stay near bang na...

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The discussion centers around the process of opening a savings account at KBank and other banks like Krungsri in Thailand, especially for foreigners without a work permit or insurance. While some users found KBank difficult to work with, others reported success with different branches or alternative banks such as Bangkok Bank and Krungsri. It's noted that various branches may have different policies, and it's suggested to try branches located in shopping malls or near international schools.

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Mick *********

I login all the time from uk

5 years ago

Sohail **********

I can't login into my Kbank account how can I login from another country??

5 years ago

George *************

@Sohail *********

Try using a VPN set to Thailand when you try logging in.

5 years ago

Stuart ******

Krungsri are good but you won't get any interest on your savings unless you have a permanent residence in Thailand

5 years ago

Chris ********

Kbank and SCB will not open without a Work Permit. Krungsri I eventually was able to get to open but had to discuss with the Branch Manager to get it done.

5 years ago

Canice ******

@Chris *******

I think happen to read central world can open account without work permit but u need long term visa

5 years ago

Chris ********

@Canice *****

I tried there with a 1 year extension based on Thai Wife. They said bank now requires to have valid work permit. Went to numerous branches that were mentioned as being Farang friendly and got the same response at all of them.

5 years ago

Chris ********

@Canice *****

Might be worth trying if you already have an account. Otherwise I definitely recommend Krungsri. Have found them to be really great to deal with.

5 years ago

Canice ******

@Chris *******

IC... I do have one k bank but not in bangkok branch.. now wanna open one in bangkok

5 years ago

Bernd ***********

I never had problem with K bank

5 years ago

Stuart *********

There is nothing in Thai law that prohibits a foreigner from opening a bank account- with or without a long term visa or work permit. That said each branch of each bank has its own rules and some won’t allow it yet some will. If one branch won’t allow it walk along to the next one. Try shopping mall branches, or ones close to an international school who are well used to people needing an account but have no long term visa.

5 years ago