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Which Thai bank is the best for expats in terms of service and online banking?
Thai banksexpat bankingBangkok BankKasikorn BankSCBUOBbank account opening requirementsonline banking for foreigners
May 28, 2023
3 years ago
Ahmaad *********
ORIGINAL POSTERhi,
any advice of witch Thai bank is better in terms of serves & online banking to open account in and whats needed to do so, many thank
any advice of witch Thai bank is better in terms of serves & online banking to open account in and whats needed to do so, many thank
TLDR : Answer Summary
Expats looking for the best Thai bank for service and online banking have several options. Bangkok Bank, Kasikorn, and SCB are frequently recommended for their services tailored to foreigners. Opening an account typically requires a letter from your embassy confirming your address, proof of residence, and a valid visa. Kasikorn is noted for its easy online banking setup, although users must visit a branch to activate the app. Overall, experiences vary by branch, so it's advised to choose wisely.
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@Ahmad ********
Islamic Bank of Thailand , check them out.Ahmaad *********
ORIGINAL POSTERThank you for the information
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Kisma ******
You could try The Old Salem Bank, they have valet broom parking and free spells for new accounts.
Colin ***************
SCB
Terence *********
SCB is the bank for me 25 years both for personal banking and corporate banking terry meltham
Vernon *********
A witch may cast a spell which is something you are not very good at!
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Ahmaad *********
ORIGINAL POSTERThank you all for the information, 👍👍👍
Brown ********
Bangkok bank has always been good to me. Have no idea of the others. The only thing that pisses me off about BKK bank is they sent me to immigration to get a residential certificate to open an account. I've heard others never had to do that so just choose your branch wisely
Kim *********
@Brown *******
just got an account in Krungsri Udon Thani - brought passport and proof of residence from immi (500 baht) - no problem. Kasikorn said no - they wanted a visa stamp in my passport but I had the evisa stamp - very strangeKim *********
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proof of residence is a requirement for other banks as wellReply to
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Alistair **********
Kasikorn's online banking is great and pretty easy to open an account as well. Less paperwork than what Bangkok Bank wanted
Jae *******
@Alistair *********
Only negative is having to physically go to a branch or ATM to have the app work on your phone. Too bad if you're out of the country and need to install and use the Kasikorn app...Kim *********
@Jae ******
you have to go physically anyway to open an account and they make sure their app is working on your phone as wellAlistair **********
@Jae ******
idk about that as I setup the app when I opened my account and haven't had any issues sinceReply to
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Peter *********
UOB
Steve **********
Many are. I've used Bangkok Bank as they have affiliation with B of A in NY, and branches in other some countries.
Others may as well, just been w/ BBK for 20 years.
Others may as well, just been w/ BBK for 20 years.
เจสัน ******
In no particular order, Bangkok Bank, Kasikorn and SCB. You can check on their websites for the information pertaining to your circumstances and the advantages for foreigners using these banks as opposed to others. Good luck to you.
Shaughn ***********
Go Bangkok Bank Silom branch. They deal with a lot of foreigners. Make sure you get a letter from your country's embassy (you may need to pay for this service) confirming your address in your home country and thailand. With that letter you shouldn't have any hassles.
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