@Tobben *******

but was the account un your name. Mine had to be in my name.

@Tobben *******

well you can't do that if the account is for a visa as it must be in your name

I feel for you as Thailand is not always easy. Unfortunately you do not state why the banks have declined, is it your residence status, cash or whatever, surely you were advised why they could not open for you. If not satisfied ask to speak to the manager. Most banks have a list of requirements which they give to you.

Far to often people complain without following simple steps, they get angry which is a no no, and your post appears to show that.

Have your wife talk in Thai requesting exactly what they want from you.

Serious really.

@Catherine **********

not from what I know but I hope you do well, remember the cost of living can be double in the big cities

@Catherine **********

so you have a good background and opportunity, however you need an offer and work permit first.

A lot depends on where you wish to live. A rural or semi rural is very cheap, but life is not easy for us. Major cities like anywhere have huge cost differences.ie. Pattaya is cheaper than Hua in, phuket and Samui, even much of BKK

@Catherine **********

well apartments are available. Do you already have a job and work visa?

As someone 43 years of age, how do you plan to live here, what visa. What income.

Clarify that before asking about Thai life

@Catherine **********

so what exactly do you want

You can rent with all the facilities you want, just make an effort to research