@Eric ******

true but the Non OA has a ton more hoops and hurdles to get through and cost. The Health insurance they ask for is worthless in Thailand. I would personally do the non o and use an agent to open the bank account if needed.

Regardless, have fun and enjoy 😊

Stay away from the Non OA and just do the regular Non 0

@Ray ******

not refusing, just more scrutiny, and Bangkok Bank is the only one I have heard of being super strict.

Also depends on the branch you visit.

They are cracking down on multiple border runs, trying to force people to get proper visa.

@Tony *********

then they should have that in a backup account.

Thai medical cost is pretty low.

@Natalie *********

personally I would use an agent to help you, and have your 400-800k THB equivalent in a bank where you live. An agent can help you navigate the process.

There is a You Tube channel I follow regularly that does Lives every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Monday is all about Crypto but Saturday is ALL about retiring in Thailand. Wednesday is open discussion.

“Coopers Thai Adventure “

They are straight shooters and I have met them.

Feel free to DM me if you have questions

@Tony *********

they don’t block more than the amount for the Visa based on my research. Simply do it the right way and or open separate account for just that amt.

@Alex ******

banks are for profit and usually private companies so no law but THEIR rules.

@Leslie ******

how? Any bank in any country will do the same thing as in use deposits to earn interest for themselves, it simple banking 101.

biggest issue is really all the new Expats trying to cheat the system they have in place.

People forget that this is Their Country and you can choose to not follow the rules but there are consequences.

What is soooo DAMN hard about doing things the right way?

I mean really!