Well luckily I can use SCB for paying bills and Kasikorn for immigration purposes. I have ATM card and mobile app , which I can't get into at present , no suprise there. Thanks for your replies 😊
I am from UK and arrived one week ago on a non o visa. I already have a bank account and now waiting to extend for a year retirement visa. To make sure you are ready , you will need a copy of you E-visa your passports and non o stamp inside and your TM30. ( certificate of residency ) I would recommend that you start with Kasikorn Bank. If you have all the correct paperwork , it's a doddle. I have not used an agent yet Try speaking with the bank and ask their requirements and go from there
I applied for my non o visa 2 months in advance. Double the time in case they refused the application so I could send it off again within time for my flight
In regards to the bank statements , I didn't need to sign them. Just a printed up to date statement showing enough funds to take care of yourself for 3 months. I am from UK
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