Oxx Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 An ongoing problem for me is being able to prove my address in Thailand (no utility bills &c. in my name, driving licence in Thai script). I've just noticed that Bangkok Bank is offering a new savings account which mails you a statement every three months. I was wondering if anyone knows: (1) Is your address on the actual statement, or just on the envelope it comes in? (2) Is the address in Latin script? (3) Are there any fees for running this account? https://www.bangkokbank.com/en/Personal/Save-And-Invest/Save/Statement-Savings-Account Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phulublub Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 Do you already have a Bank Account? Both mine will provide printed and stamped statements on request. Both can be in latin script. I use my Bangkok Bank account for my annual extension - if you do the same an extra photocopy would do the job. PH 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxx Posted May 19, 2021 Author Share Posted May 19, 2021 3 minutes ago, Phulublub said: Do you already have a Bank Account? Yes, with Krung Sri. However, with online banking I can change the address to whatever I like, so it's pointless as proof of where I live. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liverpool Lou Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 1 hour ago, Oxx said: An ongoing problem for me is being able to prove my address in Thailand (no utility bills &c. in my name, driving licence in Thai script Thai driving licences have your name and address in English. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCC1701A Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 1 hour ago, Oxx said: An ongoing problem for me is being able to prove my address in Thailand (no utility bills &c. in my name, driving licence in Thai script). my Bangkok Bank saving account statement comes every month. name in English. address in Thai. on statement with clear window on envelope. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxx Posted May 19, 2021 Author Share Posted May 19, 2021 (edited) 49 minutes ago, Liverpool Lou said: Thai driving licences have your name and address in English. Wrong. Mine is only in Thai. Edited May 19, 2021 by Oxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phulublub Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 Posted 4 minutes ago (edited) 53 minutes ago, Liverpool Lou said: Thai driving licences have your name and address in English. Wrong. Mine is only in Thai. Edited 3 minutes ago by Oxx A thought...if trying to prove your address in Thailand, why is an address written in Thai not acceptable? PH 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NE1 Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 Maybe he is applying for a Passport that requires doc. in English . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxx Posted May 19, 2021 Author Share Posted May 19, 2021 51 minutes ago, Phulublub said: A thought...if trying to prove your address in Thailand, why is an address written in Thai not acceptable? Because overseas brokerages, banks, government authorities, &c. won't accept an address in Thai - they can't read it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phulublub Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 2 minutes ago, Oxx said: 54 minutes ago, Phulublub said: A thought...if trying to prove your address in Thailand, why is an address written in Thai not acceptable? Because overseas brokerages, banks, government authorities, &c. won't accept an address in Thai - they can't read it. These overseas entities (ifthat is why the address proof is required) would know that he was able to change his Krung Sri address online? Unlikely, so no need for new account. PH 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brierley Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 Maybe open an AIS account or better still, convert your old PAYG account to post paid and they will send you a statement to your home address. I've had my PAYG number for 10 years or more, when I converted to their cheapest post plan they gave me five star gold club membership because I've been a customer for so long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxx Posted May 19, 2021 Author Share Posted May 19, 2021 5 minutes ago, Brierley said: Maybe open an AIS account or better still, convert your old PAYG account to post paid and they will send you a statement to your home address. I've had my PAYG number for 10 years or more, when I converted to their cheapest post plan they gave me five star gold club membership because I've been a customer for so long. Usually mobile 'phone accounts aren't accepted for proof of address - at least, in my experience. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brierley Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 1 minute ago, Oxx said: Usually mobile 'phone accounts aren't accepted for proof of address - at least, in my experience. Presumably you have a bank account here, why not have your bank send you a letter to prove your address here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liverpool Lou Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 4 hours ago, Phulublub said: Posted 4 minutes ago (edited) Wrong. Mine is only in Thai. Edited 3 minutes ago by Oxx A thought...if trying to prove your address in Thailand, why is an address written in Thai not acceptable? No, it's not wrong, I'm looking at my licence right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liverpool Lou Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 3 hours ago, Brierley said: Presumably you have a bank account here, why not have your bank send you a letter to prove your address here? Because that's not a service the banks offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liverpool Lou Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 6 hours ago, Oxx said: Yes, with Krung Sri. However, with online banking I can change the address to whatever I like, so it's pointless as proof of where I live. If Krungsri confirms your address that way (even though current Thai driving licences have your address in English on the back), which is what you want, it's hardly pointless, is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarrySeaman Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 One word, TM30. Make sure your rentor (noun - A person who rents a property to a rentee) files a TM30 for you. That should be your proof on residence for immigration, but then again TIT so you never know. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brierley Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 42 minutes ago, Liverpool Lou said: Because that's not a service the banks offer. My bank sends me all manner of things every year. Every month they send me a visa statement of items I've charged via my debit card; every month I get a credit card statement; every three months I get a credit rating statement; twice a year I get an investment account statement. I'm absolutely certain if I asked them to send me something or other, an application form for some insurance or similar, they'd send it without hesitation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natway09 Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 My Thai driving licence has address in english along with both my credit card statements 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sometimewoodworker Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 4 hours ago, Liverpool Lou said: even though current Thai driving licences have your address in English on the back Your license may have your address in English my address is written in Thai on both my current licenses 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thailen Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 If you're in contact with BB, you're lucky. I not only have a BB savings account, but I used to have a Bangluang on-line mobile account until they changed their format, so I couldn't sign in. I wrote them using their own form, their e-mail address and got no response. I'm unfortunately in the U.S., so I'm not returning until 2022. Who can I contact at the bank who will listen to me? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topt Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 3 hours ago, sometimewoodworker said: Your license may have your address in English my address is written in Thai on both my current licenses Interested to know how old they are as both my current licences have my address in both English and Thai - renewed end of last year? it could of course, like everything else here, just vary by DLT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sometimewoodworker Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 57 minutes ago, topt said: Interested to know how old they are as both my current licences have my address in both English and Thai - renewed end of last year? it could of course, like everything else here, just vary by DLT. Issued in 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topt Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 Just now, sometimewoodworker said: Issued in 2016 so possibly it changed since Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liverpool Lou Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 5 hours ago, thailen said: If you're in contact with BB, you're lucky. I not only have a BB savings account, but I used to have a Bangluang on-line mobile account until they changed their format, so I couldn't sign in. I wrote them using their own form, their e-mail address and got no response. I'm unfortunately in the U.S., so I'm not returning until 2022. Who can I contact at the bank who will listen to me? Call them, Head Office +662 645 5555, the English-speaking operator will listen to you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liverpool Lou Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 11 hours ago, HarrySeaman said: One word, TM30. That should be your proof on residence for immigration, but then again TIT so you never know. One word, OP. Immigration don't want proof of his residence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liverpool Lou Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 11 hours ago, Brierley said: My bank sends me all manner of things every year ... I'm absolutely certain if I asked them to send me something or other, an application form for some insurance or similar, they'd send it without hesitation. And his name and address would only be on the envelope that whatever was requested was sent in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brierley Posted May 19, 2021 Share Posted May 19, 2021 4 hours ago, Liverpool Lou said: And his name and address would only be on the envelope that whatever was requested was sent in. So write a letter to the CEO or similar of the bank, ask a question about probate and what happens to your account when you die or write and complement the bank on their excellent service. They will write back, using their letterhead and the letter will contain your address.....this is not rocket science! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthainess Posted May 20, 2021 Share Posted May 20, 2021 On 5/19/2021 at 6:04 AM, Oxx said: An ongoing problem for me is being able to prove my address in Thailand (no utility bills &c. in my name, driving licence in Thai script). The bank should issue you with a letter for immigration, to obtain a letter of residency, for that purpose. Why Is your TM 30 not up to date ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthainess Posted May 20, 2021 Share Posted May 20, 2021 8 hours ago, Liverpool Lou said: One word, OP. Immigration don't want proof of his residence. No the bank does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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