Just to share and rant. On 27 May 2025, i went to the Bangkok Bank branch where I opened my account to update my personal details, re-submit all the required documents/passport/Thai driver’s licence and re-signed the forms as before. Task completed.

On 16 July, Bangkok bank app got locked so I went to Central Rama9 to update my personal information with AIS then I went to the Bangkok Bank branch upstairs to update my personal details again with the AIS receipt for verification to unlock the app. Task completed. App was unlocked after 5pm same day.

Tonight I checked the Bangkok Bank app and saw this message to visit the branch where I opened my account within 30 days. AGAIN 🤦🏻‍♂️ I think Bangkok Bank doesn’t understand what is customer service and support. GOOD GRIEF 🙄

Bangkok Bank update:

I have had this account for several years, initially opened on a tourist visa.

Because of all the confusion about accounts getting closed I visited the local branch today for peace of mind.

They said no problem with older accounts.

For these they look at cash flow to prevent money laundering…Large amount of money in and then out again.

Regular monthly deposits and bills paid online are normal and proper use of the account.

They are contacting people by email if there account issues.

USA passport on DTV visa. Account in Chiang Mai. 5 June 2025.

I hope this helps…..I was really freaked out with all the news of BB accounts getting closed.

Hi. As you may know, the Thai government has introduced a regulation requiring that every bank account must be linked to a phone number registered under the account holder’s name. From what I’ve read, the deadline is today. Unfortunately, I won’t make it in time because it can’t be done online and you have to go to a branch. Does anyone know what the consequences will be?

I already have an account with krunsgri

I need to get a new bank card but im now back in Thailand on DTV visa

Do you think if I go into branch to get a new bank card….they could limit try and cancel my account or even ask me to take out insurance?

I believe many members in this group use and advocate for Revolut?

This is a pretty good story of how security goes wrong. Certainly the victim could have done more to protect themselves but it sounds like Revolut did next to nothing to protect it's customers.

Most certainly any financial service provider should have some security with new accounts and the number of transactions/payments within a period of time.

They save you money because they reduce expenses... Security is apparently one of those expenses

Hi everyone. Last October I opened a bank account with Bangkok bank.

Today I got this sms.

Transfer/payment from your account X0149 of Bt 750.00 via AUTO system

Before I try contacting the bank anyone know what this 750 baht charge is for?

Thanks

Hi folks , if I opened a Thai bank account

In Udon Thani or Korat but then moved to a beach area to apply for retirement would I be able to do internet banking , money transfers ,access statements,use ATM in the new location or is it best to open account in the city where I apply for retirement.

Thanks 🙏

For information Tod

Today went bank to get 12months bank statements. I bank with U.O.B.

Opened account in Bangkok in 2000

Now bank in Korat U.O.B. Was told cannot do you should have closed account in Bangkok and re- opened 1 in Korat i said same bank yes but different area. I should go Bangkok close account and reopen one in Korat. I mention it in case other members are moving one area to another. I did go to Korat bank to tell them about move, 18 months ago

Like i say for information9