Transferring USD from HSBC to Kaisakorn Bank

[HKexpat]

I am planning to wire sufficient funds to cover the THB800,000 and to cover some living expenses from my HSBC account in Hong Kong to Kaisakorn Bank.  Previously I have sent THB which I converted from my local currency before sending to them however I have read that it may be required to show that this was a Foreign Exchange Transfer for the visa application.   I am therefore planning to do a Swift wire transfer to K bank from HSBC in USD and would like K bank to do the foreign exchange conversion so I can then obtain proof of a FET if required.   Does anyone know if it matters whether I send THB or USD for this? Also if I send USD does anyone have experience in sending USD to K bank and know if they use a correspondent bank for this or will they accept a direct transfer in USD from my HSBC account and just automatically convert into THB.  I plan on sending more than the required THB 800,000 equivalent and just want to ensure it arrives there ok.  Thank you. 

[DrJack54]

You can send swift or whatever you want. 

Attached is screenshot of Wise transfer quote I just did now.

For comparison purposes. 

Current issue with Kasikorn for wise transfers but the quote serves as base comparison. 

As far as FFT code you can ✅ last reason for transfer.

If it ends up Thai bank to Thai bank transfer you can obtain information from Thai bank that it was international transfer. 

 

[scubascuba3]

If you use swift send USD then Kasikorn will convert to baht on receipt, also shows it as Intl.

 

Wise may work out a better net exchange rate, but need to ensure it's classed as Intl

Edited January 29, 2022 by scubascuba3

[HKexpat]

Thank you for the clarification.   I feel more comfortable just doing the swift transfer and have it show up as an international transfer at K bank.  Do you know if I need to input a correspondent bank details on the wire transfer for sending USD to K bank or just do a direct transfer in USD to my usual account details and leave it to K bank to convert?