Now this is a single report only so take it as that - a single anecdote. It is not confirmed policy and may be only a single bank manager implementing it at their branch.

In another thread about taxation in another group a guy tried to open a bank account yesterday and was told he needed a TIN (Tax Identification Number).

If this becomes standard bank policy the cat will be truly among the pigeons - especially for those on visas other than DTV.

Hi quick question about opening a Bank account in Thailand.

I am here currently for 1 month. Will be here many times in the future before I eventually apply for visa being over 50.

My Thai partner and I went in and they refused as I have no work visa! Never will have as don't intend to ever work here but want to open an account now.

Thanks in advance.

I really appreciate all of you who respond with helpful advice in this group! Even my Thai fiancé is now suggesting I "ask the farang group" for tips and suggestions. 😅

I've been to 3 different mall bank branches now (Kasikorn and Bangkok Bank) TRYING without success to open an account. Yes, I took my Thai fiance with me. As you know, having an account with "seasoned funds" is one of the requirements if I want to return to live here down the road. They said my passport is not enough. One asked for a work permit, which I don't have, and the others wanted some kind of "letter" from my embassy stating why I'm here and for how long, etc. I'm not sure my embassy (Canada) will provide such a letter or even know what it is.

If you've had recent success opening an account in Bangkok on a 90-day tourist visa, I would be grateful to know at what bank/branch location.