Welcome to Thailand. Enjoy

@Ben *******

just checked, they are currently unable to offer assistance with regards to opening a bank account in Thailand due to a recent change in the law. They are however hopeful that this will only be a short-term issue.

@Anthony *****

excellent. Enjoy your new life in Thailand

@Andi **********

3000 baht.

Yes, but simple to do and it must be in person at your local immigration office the first time.

Good luck opening a bank account, I finally used an agent to get an account with Bangkok Bank, the cost of which was offset by the bank not insisting on having their insurance. Now I no longer pay ATM withdrawals fees, and can easily pay my condo rental and utilities. And, an added bonus is keeling all financial transactions in one place should we ever have to pay tax in the Land of Smiles. I split my time between Thailand and my home in France, so thus far, haven't spent over 180 here in a finacial year.

Hanoi and HCMC both reset to five working days after receiving the extra paperwork.

You can apply from anywhere in Vietnam, including your case the application would go to HCMC Thai Consulate. You could however be summoned for an interview at short notice.

Anonymous participant keep a directory book as well, log each invoice number, customer, date of invoice, date paid and amount.

Make your own invoices to cover the incoming payments. Simple. This will also help to ratify your annual tax return and subsequent payment.

Each embassy is allowed to apply their own rules.