Seriously, you will get different answers at different banks AND it can differ with location too!
We were told we had to have a bank account to get retirement visa, but told by the bank that we had to have retirement visa first. It was a very frustrating catch 22.
If you go to a bank in a high tourist area, your chances are better.
Please be aware that if you don't have an IDP or Thai license, your health insurance will NOT cover you if in an accident. It will also not cover if you're not wearing a helmet or have been drinking. This is info that every tourist should know.
Yes. The comment above is correct. If you work for a private company overseas, you must provide a financial statement from the company, which will most likely not happen. That's where we got stuck. A private Western company is not going to provide their financials for an employee.
, do you mind if I PM you? I've been researching the LTR and it looks like I qualify, but I have only one stumbling block. I can't seem to find an answer on that. Even after I spoke to BOI office.