What they say is, if you coming for this period of time this many times. You need get the correct visa ,

@Brandon ***********

exactly that

Never been asked. In 14 trips in 3 years. Never asked for a return ticket either ( even though I did have one )

Leave in Uk bank put in interest account t that will pay into your current account each month, get a wise card. Open a wise bhat account, Keep eye on exchange rate and move money when rates good. Ie was 46.9 in July. Bow 41. ?

@Jason *****

it does seem to change from region to region, mine was in roi-et Isan . Seems there is certain criteria, which depending on where you live and if you use an agent , the criteria may be more relaxed !!!

@David *******

you need 0 bhat. To do it thru right channels. However some agency’s ( who charge ) can sometimes get you one without having that amount in. ( but you still need bank account )

@John *********

when I hear in July the immigration certificate was not a requirement. When I came in September the same bank lady said I need this. 500 bhag and 30 minutes in immigration. Sorted

@Mark **********

it’s not difficult. But I did have help from my gf who is fluent in Thai and English. The staff at bank and immigration centre, not that good English.

@Jason *****

I got mine at Bangkok bank. In octotober. Never mentioned insurance

@Randy *****

. In some cases you can open a bank account with tourist visa , but to do it thru the right channels you need a non O visa. If you have all the right docs this can be done on line in a few days. It changed in about August and you need letter from immigration . Are you from Uk. ? Ps I tried on a visit visa and was turned down 3 banks. My gf has cousin in bank she said just can’t do it