Why was my bank account closed by Bangkok Bank while on a DTV visa?

So how long until these rules relax and I can go back to Thailand? every 6 months is the usual cycle?

Are SCB doing this as well? Or just Bangkok bank?

Let's be honest, if you have a lot of money you can do anything in Thailand.

A DTV is a tourist visa you cannot hold a Thai bank account on a tourist visa period .

The error is the notification.

Withdraw your funds and work around it. Multiple new QR code apps springing up weekly, wise offering a local banking-like system for DTV holders etc.

I was allowed to keep my Bangkok bank account and my AirAsia credit card, but was told I can't open any new account like term deposit. Account opened 8 years ago on O-A visa.

Another fairy tale. This forum should block trolls.

I banked with Bangkok bank for over 15 years with 3 accounts and a credit card and they did the same to me, asked me to come in and talk about it ....... when they realised i earn 4 million baht a year that was paid directly into them in $ they offered to let me keep my foreign currency account .... too late love ........ moved all my banking to Revolut ...... bye bye your loss

Did theu give you your money back . On dtv your not supposed have a Thai bank account mate.. its only for foreigners who are long term residents and working there im sure

My bro is on WP for 10 years with businesses visa and had problems with his BKK bank lol.... I've been with Kasikorn for 17 years never had a single problem.

This isn't news 🤷🏻

Before worrying that the bank froze the account because of a DTV visa, he should check for simpler causes. I once got locked out of the Bangkok Bank app and had to update my passport with my mobile carrier, then show the bank an updated phone statement. The mobile number must be registered under the same passport as the bank records. If his account details and phone registration do not match, that alone can trigger a suspension. Once corrected, the bank usually restores access. If he has a long standing with bank they may over look a change to a DTV visa.

I also renewed my Kasikorn credit card and the bank did not care what visa I was on. They only asked about my passport expiry date. When I mentioned the mobile number issue, the teller laughed and said, “Bangkok Bank, right?” That shows how common this problem is.

Am I right in thinking it’s only Non O visa for thai bank account ?

The Bank of Thailand stipulated last year that those on tourist visas could not open or retain bank accounts. But you can withdraw your money

The same happened to me, half a year ago. You can't do anything about it. Just close the account, and they will withdraw your money as cash

Dtv is tourist visa no bank account are allowed simply.

I had to close mine. Previously worked as a teacher. DTV not permitted.

When did you open the account and under what visa type?

Yes I pay agent to open for me in Krungthai , after they block my at Bangkok .

Yeah but how'd they know you have it