open a new account with the branch where you live, pointless trying to push sh*t uphill

Providing there are no queue’s……..

@Roberto **********

or change of residency….

All over the world John, when I retired my accounts in South Africa, Dubai and Hong Kong were all unceremoniously closed , due to non residency - HK where I had banked for 30 years at least had the decency to wait for me to fly there and tidy things up the rest sent me a Dear John letter and this was 7 years ago - Thailand were late to the party but as a resident here , I have no issues with SCB they are very helpful, unless you want a credit card….luckily my wife is Singaporean so we have a fall back for now at least.

@Dave ********

I’m hanging in there but when I sell up next year I fear the worst WISE is a good fall back but not a bank account as such….

Fuels corruption and creates more hassle for those who follow the rules…..

I always expect to have to make second visit, however well i prepare always a curve ball somewhere, and we’re on retirement….its a game to push people towards agents/brokers same nonsense at DLT office with long waiting lists……patience, deep breaths and a smile and think of that first beer when done 🙂

Clamping down on non residents holding bank accounts / credit cards sounds familiar….

@Charles ******

which is why it gets harder for the rest of us, they throw obstacles in the way to deter us and encourage use of agents to line their bank accounts…..downward spiral mate……3 month wait list for a driving license now…why ?.?

Students get special dispensation as temp residents, have to close when they leave like most of us, mine got nailed 8years ago….wouldnt accept my sisters address….😡