All Thai banks refused to open a bank account with a DTV visa. It’s really hard to believe how they operate. Even though you can open a bank account with a visa on arrival, they have no policy for opening accounts with a DTV, which is a long-term visa. It is very disappointing to me. They still don’t accept me, even though I explained the DTV thoroughly to their bank manager 😭
TLDR : Answer Summary
The content discusses the challenges faced by individuals holding a DTV (Digital Nomad) visa in opening bank accounts in Thailand. Many banks reportedly do not recognize the DTV as a valid basis for account opening, though some users report success in various branches. The conversation includes various suggestions such as utilizing an agent, going to multiple bank branches, and the discrepancies in bank policies regarding the DTV and other visa types.
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