Bangkok Bank is operating on the premise that all foreigners are Chinese gangster money launderers. Even if it is really obvious that we are not Chinese citizens and we are not laundering millions of baht.

Just remember, each bank branch operates independently. This means - if you need proof of funds in your account, you cannot get help at another branch of the same bank. It’s the craziest thing I ever heard of, but this is the way it is.

For trouble free banking go to Krungthai bank.

Any bank except Bangkok Bank. What a stupid policy they have. It is because they can’t tell the difference between a British or Australian retiree and a Chinese scammer/money launderer.

You have quite a web of misinformation and hysteria.

Here is the plan you should enact…..the day you enact your retirement visa, go to the bank and open a Thai bank account using that stamp in your passport. Fund the account that day to completely satisfy the visa requirement. Avoid Bangkok bank.

Now you have 89 days of bank account funding when you go to get your 12 months extension. You only need 60 days.

After getting 12 months extension, enjoy.

@Nongnuch *******

I am lucky that my Thai wife is smarter than the Thai women working at the US Embassy Bangkok whose job is to deny every visa.

The requirements are a step-by-step process of applying for the e-visa.

I have had B400k in my Thai bank account for over 3 years and I have never done FUBAR.

Your wife needs to have the house registered in her name.

This couldn’t be a serious question.

Your name is Bigd Thailand, you should already know the answer.