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QUESTIONS

Why is my Non-O entry stamp being rejected by the bank as a valid document?

115 comments

3 months ago

Can I open a K bank account in Pattaya on a non-O retirement visa?

44 comments

2 months ago

COMMENTS

What documents are needed to open a bank account in Thailand as a foreigner?

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@Jeremy ********

I just want to confirm Jesper’s comment. I had to do an online training session which took about n hour. Then at the licence centre some reaction tests. Then hey presto I got my 2 year driving Licence. Honestly. It’s well worth the time spent.

2 months ago

Can I transfer my 400,000 THB to a Krungthai account for my visa renewal instead of keeping it in Bangkok Bank?

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@John ********

good move. Honestly in Jomtien they were so helpful. She was so apologetic she couldn’t do it there and then. There was a huge queue in the bank and she said if I get the TM 30 come straight back and come to the front to her. Sad,y time was against me

2 months ago

Can I transfer my 400,000 THB to a Krungthai account for my visa renewal instead of keeping it in Bangkok Bank?

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@John ********

how have you found Krungthai bank when it’s time for extension of stay and required letters for deposit held. 🙏

2 months ago

What documents are needed to open a bank account in Thailand as a foreigner?

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@David ********

was that central festival Pattaya as well?

2 months ago

Can retirees on a Tourist Visa or Exempt Entry open a bank account in Thailand?

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@Marianne *******

I know. It appears it’s a province issue. I was in Jomtien and they offered to open an account. Unfortunately I was missing a piece of paperwork. But they had no issues at all. Locally to me in Phetchabun and surrounding provinces it’s a complete no no. Both SCB and Kasikorn saying the same.

2 months ago

Can retirees on a Tourist Visa or Exempt Entry open a bank account in Thailand?

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@Marianne *******

it’s proving very difficult with Kasikorn. I’ve been turned down by 6 branches so far in different areas. All branches told me they’ve been instructed not to open for foreigners unless in possession of yellow book or am married to Thai.

Apparently they informed me it’s all changed in the last three weeks

I am on a non o for retirement.

2 months ago

Can retirees on a Tourist Visa or Exempt Entry open a bank account in Thailand?

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If I have a certificate of residence in Phetchabun but wanted to open a Kasikorn account with you can you do this? I am already on 90 day Non O for retirement. Thanks

2 months ago

Why is the transfer limit at K Bank for foreigners capped at 50,000 Baht?

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Forgive my ignorance here, I’m new to Thailand so this. Pretty unique way of doing banking business is new to me 😵‍💫😵‍💫

So if I wanted to buy a car from a garage in excess of 500K does that mean I can’t transfer that amount in one go 🥴🥴 are you able to do this from a bank physically going?

2 months ago

Can I open a K bank account in Pattaya on a non-O retirement visa?

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@Marianne *******

they didn’t say but the Non O Visa based on marriage says married to Thai citizen

2 months ago

Can I open a K bank account in Pattaya on a non-O retirement visa?

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@Nongnuch *******

hopefully I’ll be ok. I’m sure they understand the need for a bank account to get the extension of stay 🥴

2 months ago