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Will switching from a Non-B visa and work permit to a DTV cause problems with my Thai bank accounts?

DTV Visa Non-B Visa Work Permit Thai Banking Expat Visa Visa Regulations

Jun 19, 2025

20 hours ago

Anonymous *************

ORIGINAL POSTER

I have lived in Thailand for 8 years with a work permit and non-b.  My bank accounts are all Thai, my drivers license, residency, utility bills, income... everything is all Thai.  Will that be a problem as I switch to the DTV?  Should I include my non-b and WP in my paperwork?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The original poster expresses concerns about transitioning from a Non-B visa and work permit to a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand, specifically regarding the potential impact on their Thai bank accounts and whether they should include their previous visa status in their paperwork. Responses in the comments indicate mixed experiences, with some advising against including the Non-B visa and work permit in applications, stating that it could raise suspicions of intent to work with Thai clients. There's also significant concern over account closures that may occur after switching to the DTV, with some users sharing experiences of having accounts canceled following similar visa changes. Overall, caution is advised when making the switch.

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Sefton ********

Do not include your Thai work orbit and non b. People have been denied because the person processing believed they would work with Thai clients and income sources. Use only non Thai clients and trade.

18 hours ago

Lucas **********

Yep , big problem.. no matter what anyone says.. I switched from study visa to DTV and my bank account got cancelled.. I have an appointment at 3pm to pick my money up.. nothing I can do about it ..

18 hours ago

Anonymous ******************

@Lucas *********

what bank are you?

18 hours ago

Lucas **********

Anonymous participant 125 bangkok bank

17 hours ago

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Lucas **********

John **********

As you can't work in Thailand (other than remotely for a non thai entity or with non thai clients) I'd say you should cancel your work permit (and thus also your extension of stay) before leaving Thailand to apply for the DTV

19 hours ago

Wannikea *********

I did almost the exact same thing, after a decade of Non B, a year of Non O, switched to DTV. Acceptable paperwork is Thai or English. No need for work permit etc, they will see your stamps and history.

19 hours ago

Anonymous ******************

I got a DTV from tourist visa / exemptions and my Thai bank stopped my international transfer function…..and denied they did anything the fruity weirdos, which sums up Thailand nicely. As with everything in this country you make lemonade from their lemons.

20 hours ago

Anonymous ******************

nothing will happen, because you didn’t open your bank account with DTV visa

20 hours ago

Anonymous ******************

As long as you don't apply for workation with Thai income sources.

That income needs to be 100% passive.

20 hours ago

Jeremy *********

You're gonna lose your bank accounts well they'll be closed when you switch and they figure it out. Why switch to a visa no one knows if it'll be around Ina year or 2 when you already have this type and can renew 🤷‍♂️

So many doing this jumping to an unknown visa as to if it'll be around etc. Seems insane 🤷‍♂️

20 hours ago

Adam *********

@Jeremy ********

you don’t “lose your bank” by going from a Non-B

They (only Bangkok bank) are closing some bank accounts if they are affiliated with crypto, and were opened with a student, or visa exemption.

I’d love to know what the point is in fear mongering?

Nobody will close your bank with a work or retirement visa and that’s never been reported anywhere.

Also, he doesn’t even state his bank, what if he uses SCB, Krungsri, or K Bank?

19 hours ago

Jeremy *********

@Adam ********

I said if change to DTV I didn't say lose it from a work , retirement visa genius 😂 reading comprehension isn't your thing either i see🤦‍♂️🤷‍♂️The rules are the rules it's all banks it's new in the last few months. NO TOURIST VISA CAN HAVE A BANK ACCOUNT and they are closing them if you are on a tourist visa. How is stating the facts fear mongering you chump 😂🤦‍♂️

19 hours ago

Adam *********

@Jeremy ********

‘I have lived and worked in Thailand for 8 years on a visa and work permit’

The very first line old man.. Jesus

They opened their bank with a Non-B and work permit.

Cite a source that says a bank will ever take away a bank from someone who opened it on a Non-B?

Tourists can absolutely have a bank account. Tourists can’t OPEN a bank account through Bangkok Bank.

Also, why not just link me any articles instead of just spewing inaccurate information?

19 hours ago

Jeremy *********

@Adam ********

you're a m0r0n the ruels changed for alllll banks not just one you idiot😂 if you change from a non b to a dtv they're gonna close your account. Many sources available I don't needto teach you the facts when it's widely been reported by the news and many here . GFY chump and get educated 😂

19 hours ago

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Jeremy *********

Wannikea *********

@Jeremy ********

oh bull, that's purely speculation and fear mongering, he's an established customer, it was opened on a legit visa, I doubt he's a mule or money laundering. Unless he opened his account at a branch that was a mill, I doubt anything will happen.

19 hours ago

Jeremy *********

@Wannikea ********

ok sure let's see how it goes genius 😂😂 Tourist visas are no longer valid for bank accounts . It's literally the rules but go ahead and believe what you'd like. Tell that to how many have had theirs frozen and closed 😂

19 hours ago

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Jeremy *********

Martin ********

@Jeremy ********

where’s your evidence to support your assertion that every DTV holder will lose their bank account?

19 hours ago

Jeremy *********

@Martin *******

they've literally been closing them where have you been🤷‍♂️😂

19 hours ago

Martin ********

@Jeremy ********

so you have no evidence. SOME have been closed but you’re saying EVERYONE will have their account closed. So, show evidence to support your claim.

19 hours ago

Jeremy *********

@Martin *******

again the rules changed idiot ! They're lit freezing accounts and sitting them down.No speculation to it . Tourists visas are no longer allowed to have a bank account why do you think even agents won't do it now 🙄 Look in every group its happening daily m0r0n go argue with someone who isn't educated 🙄

19 hours ago

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Jeremy *********

Comprehension isn't your thing I get it 😂

It's a 5 year visa but you also have to either extend or leave and come back every 6 months. And a new type that at anytime they can say no more and do away with .

Many of you seem to think it's some.magic visa and you'll be able to live here with 0 issues for 5 years . As I stated you never know when they'll do away with it it's literally an experiment 🤷‍♂️

But you do you I think it's ignorant to change to it from the other Long standing ones with a proven record.

20 hours ago

Anonymous ******************

@Jeremy ********

Strange comment. Why wouldn't ANY visa "be around" in a year or two? The DTV is five years. That's a pretty lengthy period!

20 hours ago

Greg ********

Anonymous participant 105 If they wanted to be awkward they could make sure anyone entering on the DTV still "Qualifies" for the visa AND previously abided by the conditions in previous entries (course attendance, 90 Day Reports etc). It would not end the visa but it would be pretty awkward for many.

20 hours ago

Jeremy *********

Anonymous participant 105 but again go for it lose your bank account take the chance it'll be around all on you chief 🤘

20 hours ago

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Jeremy *********

Greg ********

@Jeremy ********

Especially with how the political scene is now regarding Anutin etc. He has been clear he wants to change immigration policy. If I had no other visa I would apply for a DTV but as for changing I would be a little wary.

20 hours ago

Jeremy *********

@Greg *******

yeppppp

20 hours ago

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Jeremy *********

Greg ********

I would think the WP and B is only pertinent in that you are clear you will not be working in Thailand for a Thai legal entity or Thai clients and your income will not be from Thailand going forward. If I had no other visa I would apply for a DTV but as for changing I would be a little wary. Is the advantage cost wise?

20 hours ago

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Greg ********

Why is Bangkok Bank closing accounts of foreign customers on DTV or tourist visas?

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