@Dawn ******

I did too. No problems with Thailand accepting. The FBI/NCIS will also do a gold seal official copy that is acceptable.

THE BIGGER QUESTION is why aren’t you doing a NON-O visa instead of a Non-OA?!?. IMHO it’s a much better option.

You can earn as much as 2% interest. Shop around between the banks for a Fixed Deposit Account, but first make sure it’s ok with your local immigration office.

I know it’s acceptable in Chiang Mai. I haven’t heard of any office where it’s not allowed because the money is immediately accessible.

I believe the banks hold some of the money in reserve and invest some in US Treasury Bills.

@John ********

until Bangkok bank freezes your account for two months without warning

@Jeff ************

it’s because of mule accounts, scam centers and fraud.

If Thailand wanted to stop visa fraud they would start in Phuket inside their own offices.

You can easily transfer more than the limit by going into the bank and answering the question of why you want to transfer a large amount.

Something like, “I’m renovating my house” is sufficient to alleviate concerns your old and confused, a scam victim or a money mule.

By your own admission, this is maybe twice a year, so… no big deal.

If you leave the country and come back (ie visit Laos) the 90 day clock resets and you can report as usual without a fine, in my experience.

@Faron ************

not perfect. Correct.

Go to another 4 banks and you will get 3 more wild recommendations and one will allow you to open an account.

It’s not your country.

You have no rights to someone else’s property.

Here is an idea: why don’t you ask your local immigration office?