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Opening a Thai bank acccount

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 Paul
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I've been seeing a lot of mixed information about opening a Thai bank account. How hard is it really? Any tips or advice?


 
Posted : 08/04/2025 11:04 am
 Lars
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It seems to range from easy to impossible, depending on your luck and the particular bank you try. 😊 One catch-22 that's floored people is needing a Thai bank account to get a retirement visa but needing a retirement visa to get a Thai bank account. 😊 


 
Posted : 09/04/2025 9:13 am
(@louis)
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Yes, because of recent problems with scam and money laundry, banks now make more restrictions for people who want to open accounts. It is sometimes each bank’s decision.


 
Posted : 09/04/2025 10:44 am
(@gareth)
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Yes, and a work permit seems to be a requirement at some banks, which won’t make much sense to those who’ve come to Thailand to retire. 😕 


 
Posted : 09/04/2025 12:08 pm
 Paul
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Ok, sounds like there's some flexibility there then - thnx


 
Posted : 11/04/2025 4:35 am
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