Malaysian Opening Personal Bank Account

[defaybe]

Hi,

any requirement or restriction for malaysian to open a bank account (personal bank account and checking account) in bangkok ?

which bank is recommended ?

besides Thai baht, can we convert the monies into USD or AUS dollars ? Is there any requirement or restriction ?

Thanks.

[naka]

Passbook savings accounts with a debit card are not a problem but checkbook

accounts are mainly for companies.

Term deposits in foregn currencies are also possible.

SCB and Kasikorn are the current favourites.

Naka.

[sunbeams]

Defaybe, unlike Malaysia, cheque books aren't really popular amongst individuals account holders. So even if you issue a personal cheque, there might be chances that the recipient might not accept it.

Also, I believe all foreigners who wish to open any type of accounts needs to show the work permit

[naka]

Defaybe, unlike Malaysia, cheque books aren't really popular amongst individuals account holders. So even if you issue a personal cheque, there might be chances that the recipient might not accept it.

Also, I believe all foreigners who wish to open any type of accounts needs to show the work permit

A work permit is not required by Kasikorn or SCB. It would seem only Bkk Bank ask for this,

as has been reported many times.

Naka.