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Aug 9, 2025
14 hours ago
Adam *********
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Hi guys,

This is a follow-up to my previous post here:

[members only]/?

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7/8 – 6:45 AM

I entered Thailand by road from Malaysia via the Bukit Kayu Hitam / Dannok border checkpoint.

Cleared Malaysian immigration with no issues. Activated my Non-O visa using my passport and a printed eVisa (just regular A4 paper 😆). Everything was smooth and hassle-free. The Thai immigration officer even welcomed me and wished me a great stay in Thailand.

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8/8 – 1:00 PM

Visited the immigration office in Hat Yai to request for residence certificate.

They asked for the original and a photocopy of my eVisa, TM30, passport (front page and Non-O stamp), and the completed application form. I requested two copies of the residence certificate — one for banking and one for driving license/vehicle purchase purpose. Yes you need 2-3 copies.

Waited for about 20 minutes, and everything was done. No passport-size photo, rental agreement, or payment required.

Bonus — the super friendly officer asked if I needed the visa extension checklist, gave it to me in both Thai and English, and even passed me two application forms to prepare in advance. She told me to return if I needed help any help especially on bank account matters. Kudos to Songkhla Immigration!

Location : [members only]

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8/8 – 2:30 PM

Headed to Kasikorn Bank on Level 2 of Central Festival Hat Yai.

Told the staff at the front that I needed to open an account for visa extension purposes. She gave me a queue number, and I only had to wait for one person ahead of me.

The officer attending to me was very polite and professional. She asked for:

- My passport

- eVisa

- Rental agreement

- Kor Ror 22

- Marriage certificate (from my home country)

- Residence certificate

- Phone number

She made photocopies, asked me to sign each page, took photos of all documents, and submitted them to their HQ (I believe). After a short wait, she proceeded to open the savings account for me.

I downloaded the K+ app and set it up on my phone.

Deposited 1,000 baht + 400 baht for the upgraded debit card.

After everything was set, she introduced some of the bank’s services like PA insurance, mutual funds, and fixed deposits — which I politely declined, mentioning I’d return when I’m ready.

She also explained that I could apply for a credit card by pledging a 1:1 amount in an FD (e.g., 50K baht FD = 50K credit limit).

She gave me a SWIFT transfer slip, mentioned she wasn’t familiar with Wise, and recommended using SWIFT for international transfers. Before I left, she said to come see her later for the extension support letter and handed me her name card.

All done in about 30 minutes, plus some casual chatting.

I left with a new savings account and debit card, and honestly, everything went so smoothly — from eVisa, to immigration, to banking — I feel incredibly lucky.

Location : [members only]

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All this completed in just 3–4 hours total, in a single day.

Next up: Funding 400k Baht and let it seasoned for 2 months & Thai driving/motorcycle license and vehicle purchase.

Till then…

(Photo taken by my wife via FaceTime 🤭 and YES I went all by myself)

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Jul 22, 2025
18 days ago
John ****
ORIGINAL POSTER
Do I need to wait and complete my first 90 days reporting before I can apply for a residence certificate? I wanted to get a Thai license which needs me to get the residence certificate.
Jul 21, 2025
20 days ago
Robert *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
I need to convert my German drivers license to Thai can I do this in an other province then Bangkok where I live as the 1st date available is mid October and the new car we already have.
Jun 9, 2025
2 months ago
Gao *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Does anyone have an explanation for a residence certificate that I've been told is required to open a bank account. This isn't a TM30 I've been told....🙏🏼
Jun 5, 2025
2 months ago
Hilik ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
So a DTV holder cannot open a bank account. I tried all of them. Can I issue a Thai drivers license?
May 21, 2025
3 months ago
Nijradee *************
ORIGINAL POSTER
How I can request a residence certificate in Thailand (commonly used for visa, driving license, or banking purposes), along with the documents required, steps, and how long it takes?
May 10, 2025
3 months ago
Tyronda ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
I just arrived to Thailand and I have my retirement visa. Is the only thing that I need to do is get a bank account? And if so, is it hard to get a bank account?
Apr 29, 2025
3 months ago
Matty *********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Just spent 5 hours shuffling between korat immigration and dlt for them to refuse to give me the documents to get a driver's licence because I'm on a DTV. Any suggestions? I'm happy to travel so I can get all of this sorted legally. Tried contacting a few agents here but no one would help.
Apr 28, 2025
3 months ago
Jim ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
I am married to a Thai national. We own a home. How do I obtain a TM30 for immigration and banking puposes.
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