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What are the challenges expats face with Bangkok Bank regarding account access and management?
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3 days ago

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Do I need an IDP to apply for a Thai driver's license and how do I add a motorbike designation?
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@Craig ******
 yes, I had G M on my canadian license. They didnt even look at my IDP. I just went in with Fat Boys and they helped. It was a walk in the park. I also needed the residence letter.
2 days ago
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How long after renewing my retirement visa based on 800,000 THB can I access my funds?
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@Leon *******
 over 10 years that 400k invested for 7 months of the year would double. But it’s better to just leave it and let the bank use it.
2 days ago
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What are the challenges expats face with Bangkok Bank regarding account access and management?
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@Stephen ****************
 just curious. Did you actually walk out with 500 x 1000 baht notes.
3 days ago
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What are the challenges expats face with Bangkok Bank regarding account access and management?
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@Xìngfú *****
 non O. I overheard them saying, long term visa, education and work permit. No account for dtv.
3 days ago
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Why do I need to go to Bangkok or Chonburi to open a bank account with K Bank in Maha Sarakham?
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@Graham *****
Bangkok Bank...
3 days ago
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Are bank accounts being opened at Bangkok Bank after the lockdown?
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@Pete *********
 great post. Thanks Pete.
3 days ago
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Are bank accounts being opened at Bangkok Bank after the lockdown?
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@Pete *********
 thanks for this. They have all the info already. They can't look? What do you spend money on. Rent, mangos...
3 days ago
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What is the best bank for a US citizen to open an account in Thailand?
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@Billy *********
 just some soap and water. Hang on clothes line to dry.
4 days ago
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Why is Bangkok Bank closing accounts of foreign customers on DTV or tourist visas?
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Anonymous participant 191 Canada 🇨🇦 does. No issues. They use transaction tracking to look for fraud.
2 months ago
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Will my landlord's failure to file a TM30 affect my 90-day report in Thailand?
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My agent does it. Never gotten it from my landlord.
3 months ago
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