Can you ask immigration and get an accurate answer for your rather complex situation?

5555 why would you do this? Fix the passport issue first.

Do it cheap….get what you pay for. ….

Don’t be a Cheap Nigel….buy some kg for luggage too.

No they rarely weigh the carry on bag.

Thank you Tod

Sad this is the price of less than perfect reviews. It’s better to say nothing….

If you want to leave your luggage at the airport, luggage storage is at the same level as arrivals. It’s in the middle of the front hallway. I think it’s next to airport security office.

You have too many moving parts

Getting a bank account

Don’t expect to get something for nothing. Each office is an independent business. Each office makes their own criteria.

You certainly will pay a fee for transferring USD from USA to Thailand. The amount depends on the bank and the transfer service.

Banking is an essential service if you plan to spend time here. It’s not FREE.

I prepared ahead of time by getting a bank account set up 6 months ago.

I treated this as an important business transaction, not just a casual activity.

My Thai friend made an appointment for me at the Bangkok Bank branch across from Astra in CM. He also translated for me.

I am a middle aged physician and dressed as such. Yes I did do the whole business card ceremony.

I told the banker that I plan to retire soon and buy a condominium at Astra.

I was asked to purchase a life insurance policy for about $100. Presumably the banker gets a commission. Whatever, it’s the price of doing business at the bank.

They wanted to copy my passport and see my credit card from Wells Fargo. I think I showed them how much was in my account also to make the point that I’m a serious customer.

I also showed them $500 in perfect $100 bills that was to be the initial deposit.

Nothing else was required.

Act like a serious customer and you will be treated as such.

Present yourself properly and you should be fine.

If not, thank them for their time and visit another office.

Best wishes on your adventure to Thailand!

Are certain that you need a second bank? BB should be able to open another account for you.