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QUESTIONS

What does the new travel tax in Thailand mean for tourists?

44 comments

10 months ago

What should retirees consider regarding the costs and documentation for long-term stays in Thailand?

23 comments

9 months ago

COMMENTS

Do you need to show 500,000 THB during reentry after a 6-month trip on a DTV visa in Thailand?

David *******

Immigration has the right to request any proof of substantiating visa entry (any visa) but I haven't heard or read anything that suggests DTV holders have been asked. However, always keep in mind that you might just strike a grumpy IO, so I'd just show it on my banking app, I wouldn't consider carrying documents

a month ago

What is the process and requirements for applying for a Non-O retirement extension of stay at Chaengwatthana?

David *******

@Pete ******

Ok. Your first comment said you were confused, but now that's cleared up it's all good! 👍

a month ago

What is the process and requirements for applying for a Non-O retirement extension of stay at Chaengwatthana?

David *******

@Max ************

Absolutely it's accepted. I think that's why Bangkok Bank has now made it part of the app. Previously it was only possible to do month by month statements going back six months. These were NOT acceptable, but the 12-month one is. When you order it through the app it's sent to your email the next day.

a month ago

What is the process and requirements for applying for a Non-O retirement extension of stay at Chaengwatthana?

David *******

@Pete ******

Don't be confused. The fear-mongering tax "advisors" have been subtly hinting that future retirement extensions will require production of a filed tax return. I said at the time it was bullshit, and re-emphasise that now. Immigration has nothing to do with taxation

a month ago

Can I open a bank account in Thailand with a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

David *******

@Brian ********

Thousands of foreigners buy condos in Thailand but they're paying cash for them, and the money must come from overseas. Incredibly rare situation where Thai banks will loan Thai money to a foreigner to buy a Thai property. Perhaps if you're married to a Thai lady, it might swing something

a month ago

Can I open a bank account in Thailand with a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

David *******

@Tony *********

Simply because of the visa category. In the past, agents used local bank managers by paying them to ignore the visa category. Accounts are now being audited away from the branches, and those which are attached to tourist visas are being suspended or frozen.

a month ago

Can I open a bank account in Thailand with a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

David *******

@Max ************

My lady's sister is a regional manager with Bangkok Bank in Chantaburi province. She has informed me Bangkok Bank has around 500,000 customers nationwide of foreign birthplace. With a customer base of 17,000,000 the foreign "contingent" represents less than 3%

a month ago

Can I open a bank account in Thailand with a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

David *******

@Max ************

It depends on the banking regulators. In the big picture, foreigners make up only a small percentage of customers. Those that use agents and the only transaction is 800k in and out on the same day each year are not considered profitable customers, so banks would have no problem in suspending the accounts and moving those customers on

a month ago

Can I open a bank account in Thailand with a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

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@Matthew ********

I live in Thailand. I have a long term visa. I have a bank account. No hurdles. This post relates to a DTV, which is categorised as a tourist visa, as it requires the holder to regularly leave the country. That's the regulation. How does stating a fact make me a troll? Look at yourself first

a month ago

Can I open a bank account in Thailand with a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

David *******

@Matthew ********

Every country in the world has banking regulations. Those who qualify in Thailand can open a bank account

a month ago