March 16, 20233 yr Apology for my English. Bank say I can open USD account on tourist visa, if I buy a life assurance. This assurance really look like a fixed deposit to me. 1) Someone have done the same ? 2) Someone have ended the assurance successfully ? 3) Generally, what do you think of Thai assurances ?
March 17, 20233 yr 19 minutes ago, dr mozzi said: I have it already. Please stay focused on the assurance matter. Most AN posters view the assurance as merely a bribe to get the bank staff to open an account for them. It seems the bank staff are well aware and take advantage of the difficulties those on a tourist visa face when trying to get a bank account.
March 17, 20233 yr 1) yes to open a BBL transaction account whilst on visa exempt 2) cover is only for one year and was for a miniscule amount, ฿30k 3) scam/worthless
March 17, 20233 yr Tell the bank you don't want a Resident bank account, you want a Non-Resident account, that way they will not be able to sell you insurance. Most people are unaware non-resident accounts exist and the banks don't like to advertise that they do. Ask them.
March 17, 20233 yr Author Many thanks at everyone. Lemsta69: 1) ok, I understand the procedure is legit. 2) yours was 1 year, mine is 12 years, 3 to 5%/year, they call it saving insurance. Probably it is not the same. 3) I understand it is not the best investment, but at the end you get your money back + interest. Alternatively, with a school visa I will lose all. Nigesforbes: They simply do not let me open it. They want you go to agent, or insurance, so in short you have to pay.
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