Thailandbuckeye

Just a follow up to changing my DD from Bangkok Bank to a U.S. Credit Assn. 

I submitted the change to Manila, two weeks later they responded that my bank info has been changed. A day or so later MySSA showed the new bank account as requested (shows only last few digits but enough to verify).

So bottom line is to change back to the US it’s best to go through Manila.

This is probably dead on, thanks for the comment.

Do you need Solar or EV charging to get a TOU meter?

The reason I am asking is my wife went to PEA and that is what she was told, not sure we are getting the correct answer. I am thinking of installing Solar but would like to change the meter as soon as possible and not wait for the PEA inspection of the solar system.

After submitting pension verification letter they asked for 2022 and 2023 tax returns. I sent a letter explaining my 2023 wasn’t  ready and only had 2022. They accepted the 2022 as proof.

I actually called SSA 3 times last night….all to a rep not an automated system. I agree that I need to go through Manila.

Thanks for the help.

I may get stuck with Bangkok Bank.

Sorry forgot to mention that my bank book codes the deposits as BAHTNET.

1 minute ago, Pib said:

 

Since you said your original DD form showed a "SWIFT" code that means you were signed up for DD via the International Direct Deposit (IDD) program which uses the SWIFT system (uses SWIFT codes to identify the bank); you were not signed up for the standard DD program that uses the Automated Clearing House (ACH) system which uses "routing numbers" to identify the bank.   Direct deposit via IDD and ACH are two completely separate funds transfer systems....two different animals....it like riding in a taxi vs a bus...riding a train vs a plane....two different funds transfer systems.

 

The SWIFT code for Bangkok Bank is:  BKKBTHBK "or" BKKBTHJBKXXX.   Either one works fine....the XXX is just an extended version of the basic code...either one works fine. Most people probably just use the basic code without the XXX added on.  

 

The ACH Routing Number for Bangkok Bank is: 026008681

 

 

 

Thanks, I agree but SSA in the U.S. does not. My deposits come in like clock work so Swift codes/routing numbers must be correct. My problem is as stated above that I can’t get by the security question. SSA shows a different routing number than Bangkok Bank and giving them the Swift code doesn’t help. 
 

I tend to think at this point the routing number they have in their system is a Citibank routing number and since Citibank has numerous routing numbers I am unsure which to try next.

After further research and rereading this forum I see that Citibank may be involved in the transfer. I  will call SSA again tonight and try the Citibank routing number(s). If that fails I will contact the Manila FBU and hopefully they can tell me how this was set up.

I originally signed up for direct deposit at my U.S. bank, I switched to Bangkok Bank for the 65000 for my visa. I nolonger need the deposit as I have a LTR visa. Since I am unhappy with  the exchange rate into Thailand I am trying to change my direct deposit from Thailand back to my bank in the U.S.

In contacting Social Security one of their security questions is what is the routing number for Bangkok Bank. I gave them 026008691 and that does not match what they have on file. My original form show a Swift code on the form sent to FBU in the Philippines. 
 

Since  the banks are closed at the moment I was hopeful someone on here has possibly run into this problem and how was it solved. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

TB

You might try the State Department Federal Credit Union. I looked into it but I already do all my banking in the U.S. at a Credit Assn so it didn’t appeal to me, although it may in the future.

Possibly you could transfer the locked funs?

https://www.sdfcu.org/

Just somee added info on the 7162 mailing.

I rec'd the form 30 days after it was dated and imediately sent it registered airmail. 14 days later it arrived in New York (Aug 10th) and there have been no updates since. The 60 days has now expired. 

I called SSA last night and they have not rec'd it as of yet, the agent recomended I send another. The phone call does not suffice for proof of living.

I'll give it another week and then FedEx it to my mail forwarder and let them remail for me.

After a suction procedure at a hospital I developed tinnitus. There is no cure, go online and research and follow suggestions to “get rid of it”. Mine went from annoying to absolutely nothing in a year or so. In fact until I saw this I had forgotten about having it.

Thanks for the info, I will do the same and submit to Manila. they were actually very efficient in setting up my SS back in March. in fact I actually received checks earlier than anticipated. 

No, actually I was referring about mailing the 7162 back to the SSA in Pennsylvania. It was just a suggestion.

Maybe I have misunderstood, I thought once receiving the 7162 you had to mail back to the the US.
 

Any help on my initial question?

Thanks

I ran across this thread when I contacted an individual that is posting on here. I think I have read all the posts along with trying to get answers via google, but no luck.

First, I signed up for Social Security in March of this year, all is ok but my question is under normal circumstances (non-COVID) would I have received a 7162 this year or would it normally be sent next year?

I have noted some of the posts concerning sending the 7162 back to the SSA and was wondering if anyone used a re-mailing service in the US? I use USA2ME and they will forward on any mail via the postal service. They even provide postage. I have never tried to use this but it seems to be a good alternative to snail mail if you don’t mind paying the cost.
 

Thanks in advance for any help.