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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

What are the new Bangkok Bank requirements for proof of funds related to visa extensions?

David *******

@Nick ***********

I didn't get four months with Santander - that was instant. However, a phone call fixed it. I've had no issues with Bangkok Bank, it might be those who use agents that are falling foul of the new rules. I've never used agents so it appears I'm "above suspicion"

2 months ago

What are the new Bangkok Bank requirements for proof of funds related to visa extensions?

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@Frank ********

The banks will no longer support fraudulent actions. There's nothing wrong with that. Why should a bank put its licence and reputation on the line to support cheap foreigners. Makes no sense

2 months ago

What are the new Bangkok Bank requirements for proof of funds related to visa extensions?

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@Nick ***********

Santander did it to me in the UK as they suspected I was no longer UK resident. A phone call sorted it out. It's a worldwide trend now

2 months ago

What are the new Bangkok Bank requirements for proof of funds related to visa extensions?

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@Steve ****

They're only freezing those which have previously abused the system. I've used BB for years, and I don't have any problem with them

2 months ago

What are the new Bangkok Bank requirements for proof of funds related to visa extensions?

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@Michael ********

Thailand is the best retirement decision I made

2 months ago

What are the new Bangkok Bank requirements for proof of funds related to visa extensions?

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@Laurie **********

How is it thieving? Stupid comment

2 months ago

What are the new Bangkok Bank requirements for proof of funds related to visa extensions?

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@Malcolm ****

Similar practices occur. The whole worldwide banking industry is undergoing a shake-up. If you're doing the right thing there's nothing to worry about

2 months ago

What are the new Bangkok Bank requirements for proof of funds related to visa extensions?

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@Frank ********

The only people this will affect are those using dodgy agents to get extension. And it's about time too

2 months ago

Can I extend my stay in Thailand again after a tourist visa extension?

Andy ************

You'll have no problem. Immigration are looking for patterns of people staying in the country for too long in free entries. Your pattern suggests definite "tourist". You'll have no issues

2 months ago

Can I show 500,000 THB in a WISE account for visa purposes?

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@Simon ********

Wrong. Wise is most definitely not a bank

2 months ago