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Feb 7, 2025
15 days ago
Was able to open bank account in TTB Big C supercenter 1 Hangdong . On the spot processing if you have all the docs- DTV Remote work category.

Docs asked:

- passport & visa

- driving licence

- landlord blue book and ID with signature

- rental contract

- employment contract / must be stated clearly that you can work in Thailand

- Tax Number

Same requirements asked at TTB Central Festival.
Jan 23, 2025
a month ago
Hello. I am currently in Thailand 60 day tourist visa with a 30 day extension. Would possibly like to open a bank account. Possibly with Kasikornbank. Have been told by members of staff that I need work permit to open one. Am I able to obtain a Work Permit with regards to my current status. My passport is stamped until 31st March 2025. Thanks for any advice and help that is coming forward…
Jan 16, 2025
a month ago
Winston ************
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How's TVS Visa services in Pattaya? Are they reputable? I'm on the DTVand I've asked them to help me open up a bank account.
Oct 19, 2024
4 months ago
Oliver *****
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Hi fellow DTV’ers

I got my visa last month, and arrived in Bangkok 17th October.

I have tried asking at a few banks about opening an account and all have told me I need a work permit. I think this is not entirely true, as I know a few people on a retirement visa who have opened accounts.

Any tips on which banks or branches will open an account, and what is needed.

TIA
Jun 27, 2024
8 months ago
Michael *************
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I just arrived with a non-o 90 day visa. I will ultimately be settling in Singburi but I’m in Bangkok for a month as a home base.

Q: Should I open my bank account in Bangkok or Singburi. Would one place be easier? Why should I open the account where I live vs. the big city?
Mar 28, 2024
a year ago
John *********
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Is there a semi orderly guide posted anywhere for the sequence of events when moving to Thailand?

What I mean is say I arrive from the US with a international driving permit on an a 30 day exempt and grab the extension at the airport for a total 60 days, what needs to happen first besides a LEO and a 7-11 Toastie?

There must be some things dependent on others and a flow when it comes to establishing a bank account, long term rental, drivers license, Visa (ED or retirement), setting up utilities and long term phone and internet, etc

I know i need a bank account to get the visa, but do i need a rental agreement to get the bank account?

Do I pay cash to get the rental until I get the bank account set up?

Bringing an international driving permit, do i need rental agreement and the visa?

I am about a year from moving, but want to hopefully avoid a loop of denials with every action dependent on the others.
Jan 27, 2024
a year ago
Lay *******
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Bank help: I am trying to open a bank account to transfer money into a local bank from the USA. I need a translator to help me. If you speak both Thai and English, please reach out to me. I am located in Bangkok.
Oct 16, 2023
a year ago
Dennis *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hello

Any idea how much a agency charges to open up a bank account?

Thanks 🙏
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