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@Scott ********
, with a bank account, I can do all these in 3 min anywhere in the world. There’s at least one food court that does not accept cash; only electronic payment.
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@Ryan ***********
, the money can be transferred directly into the seller’s Thai bank account.
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@Nongnuch *******
, the buyer can transfer foreign currency for the purchase from an overseas bank account into the seller’s Thai bank account for the Thai bank to issue a Foreign Exchange Transaction Form…..of course this will depend on the level of trust.
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@Tony ********
, one does not need a Thai bank account to buy property; having a property would be reason to open a bank account.
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@Ryan ***********
, a Thai bank account is not needed to purchase property; in fact, foreigners need to remit money from overseas to register property in their name.

However, banks will open a bank account for foreigners on the basis on property ownership.
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There’s a big crackdown on scammers and their use of bank accounts.
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@Alan *****
“long term” tourists - to pay rent, utilities, use QR payments……
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You need a Thai work visa to be a real estate agent (and any other jobs requiring a physical presence in Thailand). There are lots of examples of people who have otherwise gotten in trouble.