Aussie999

So, there is a "Obesity Care Centre" which would indicate, Thailand is heading towards what we often believe is a western problem.

as I said, is irrelevant, to opening a bank account... and that is what this is about.

then I suggest you learn english.. because your comment seems irrelevant

That's not the gist of your comment, and is irrelevant to this article...

Mate, hide behind your ignorance, I have already shown everyone you are full of BS .

I did not know this... I was aware of China, but not Taiwan

It is a country's duty to warn it's citizens, something you not seem to understand

AS I said, PROOF, of ID... mate, a visa, a passport etc , ARE proof of ID, it is YOU that needs to use google, oh, and check all the other banks. Here's just a few. Banks that offer accounts to tourists Commonwealth Bank (CommBank): You can open an account up to three months before arriving in Australia ANZ: You can open an account after arriving in Australia NAB: You can open an account if you plan to stay in Australia for at least six months HSBC Australia: HSBC Premier and Jade customers can contact their Relationship Manager for help applying for an account I think you owe me an apology

you're not a great thinker, are you... here's something to think about, using your "logic," tourists don't support the local economy.

You really should not say "They can't in any other country" because it's not true.

. incorrect send... sorry

In Australia you only need proof of ID

Why not simply say you have no proof. As for logic, this is Thailand, and TAT, were figures are rubbery.

I've been told otherwise... can you prove they are not.

so, you have... then please enlighten us, instead of badgering me.

I know... that's why I asked him for proof... I don't think he can.

Can you proved some stats.

Ouch, nasty... I have lived in Thailand for over 5 years, you might have worked in an industry, but not all, also, I speak to many Thai, in cities, in rural areas, in regional towns/city, I do know their language abilities... So get off your ignorant high horse.

wow, you really do have issues....by the way, your comment is incorrect, and irrelevant.

"In Thailand many people speak Thai, Laos, and Chinese, Korean, Japanese as well as some English and now a bit of Russian." only the bargirls

not sure about Viet Nam, or Singapore, but the Philippines teach classes, from 1st grade, only in English

Big differences in language.. as Thai is tonal. But what you also forget.. Thais are "taught" English at school, due to it being a tourist orientated economy, 20% GDP, and English being an international language... Thai is NOT.

Mate, I think most agree with me. As for hotels, I am sure, some time age, the TM30 form is also counted towards the number of tourists.

Some kids should not leave home without a guardian.

Ah, Tat stats... first, halve the number, because tourists, both international, and locals, are counted entering and leaving, on top of that if moving from hotel to hotel, you get counted again.