Just curious as will be purchasing a property , would " wise " be one of the best option regards to money transfer from uk .

Any recent property buyers advise welcome to save a few pounds if possible 😊.

Thanks again

Hi im looking for some information on opening a bank account. I have my DTV visa already. Ive had 1 quote for 19k baht just to open a bank account. Does anyone know where i can open an account cheaper?

I've just transferred £1000 from UK to Kasikorn, the UK charged just £5 and i sent in pound sterling, because UK always charge more when they exchange it. However Kasikorn has just creamed 3%, no biggy for £1000, but this was a trial to see speed and charges, it will kill me sending 5 or 10 million baht. So my question is, from experience, do any of you know whether different banks charge different amounts, if so which is best, and finally does the amount % get less the more you send?

Hey all,

I'm looking for an agent (preferably in Bangkok or Nothaburi where i reside) for opening a thai bank account as it makes paying rent and all the bills much easier and would also be very nice to be able to pay with QR. my friend recommended Siam Legal but sadly at the moment they can't help Dutch nationalities and when searching online i find some companies but they ask around 28K baht which is in my opinion not worth it... and heard most agencies do it for around 5k Baht which seems reasonable.

thanks!

Hi Banking question for you knowledgeable folks

I have an account with Krungsri Bank which unfortunately limits transfers via Wise to 50k baht per transaction I’m in the US now so considering transferring a larger amount via IBAN (bank to bank) Am I still restricted on the amount and will I benefit in regards to fees? Thanks

This falls under the 'everything else' category. Has anyone used their Thai bank card (Bangkok bank) to make withdrawals overseas (particularly UK). What are the fees like? Can't find the info online and don't really want to call them from overseas 😅 thanks!

When transferring money in large amounts from the EU or US to Southeast Asia, which method do you choose as the fastest ?

Unless I read it wrong, looks like a massive increase in transfer fees from USA - Thailand.

Has anyone managed to open a USD account with Bangkok Bank or Krungsri ?

If so are there any monthly fees and are the USD to THB exchange rates competitive with say Super Rich ?

I notice some Thai banks allow you to hold savings in a foreign currency. Any thoughts on this? And are funds in a Thai bank protected by any national entity (like the FDIC in the US)?