@obeiddoug172
American looking for information about Thailand
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Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
I agree with Martin, WU is always a no-go don’t know OZK so, for me, Wise works best. Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
@obeiddoug172paul i posted a second reply but just to folliw up the SWIFT and the Pay International work streamlessly and quickly in the Bank if Bangkok mobile app under More Services but myst be used between 8:30 am snd 5 pm Thai time. i use Wise ... Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
@rbakkerhey i was just in s branch of bank of bangkok and you can use the SWIFT service in your mobile app to send money to your bank in US or Europe etc. BUT you have to do it during 8:30am to 5 pm local Thai time. i was always trying at night so ... Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
@rbakkerwise gives the best transfer rates amc lowest fees Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
@rbakketno, absolutely not UNLESS i get approval to open a Thai Checking Account that will permit my SS monthly income be directly deposited into the Bank of Bangkok checking account (right now with my Retirement visa i was only permitted to open ... Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
@rbakkerno martin Wise dos NOT charge high transfer rated or low exchange rates. I’m sorry you are wrong. my experiences with Wise in the US to my EU IBAN account (Portugal, Spain and Italy) and my US and EU experience to Brasil and Thailand ... Read More
Bangkok Bank Transfer Issues by Paul_Adams
Does anybody out there use Bangkok Bank and transfer money from Thailand back to your USA account and vice versa. If yes, how did you get the process set up to do that? Bangkok Bank just can’t seem to give me the right info to get this done. ...
@Paul_Adamshi Paul, i’m mew to Thailand and to Bank of Bangkok and up until 2 days ago i only transferred money from my American babk ac to Bang of Bangkok (seriously sign up for a Wise.com account to facilitate transfers from US to Thai) in ... Read More
Evolution of banking services in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, With rapid technological advancements, banking services are digitizing at lightning speed. Expats are thus propelled into a new era of options and payment methods, disrupting the traditional banking services of local ...
@Leeds forever!leeds yes it is. i h a Capital One Bank account and went online and opened a Wise Bank account (based in NY) and with my Capital One mobile app i connected the two. Wise is not a bank but has FDIC Insurance. it’s a ... Read More
Cost of health insurance for expats by marclarouche
This is more of a general question as I know it will vary greatly. I am interested in learning what the average cost of health insurance is for a retiree in Thailand. I was recently given a quote of 457.00 a month which seems steep to me considering ...
@ThaiTimHi Tim, what company gave yoy the quote of $750? and is that yearly?thanks, Doug Read More
long-term rentals around $500-$500 per month on Soh Sumai
Hello All:I need your advice and experiences related to long-term renting of apartments or condos, etc. on the island of Koh Sumai for around $500-$600 per month for up to 4 years.im in Chiang Mai now and have decided CM is not for me and have only ... Read More
Physical Therapist who can home visit in CM? by cooperortho
A good friend of mine (Male in his 80's) has just been discharged from hospital in CM and could really benefit from a good physical therapist (who is reasonable but good). Any suggestions as to a person or office that has good reputation. He is ...
@cooperorthoif anyone can provide a lead or two i would also be very grateful. Read More
Cost of health insurance for expats by marclarouche
This is more of a general question as I know it will vary greatly. I am interested in learning what the average cost of health insurance is for a retiree in Thailand. I was recently given a quote of 457.00 a month which seems steep to me considering ...
Aidan, thanks very much for the link. Doug Read More
K-1 visa interview by Tsion Gigi
Hi everybody my name is Avi I need help finding an honest straigut forward agency in Bangkok to help my fiance with translation of her documents to submit for her K-1 visa interview thank you Avi.
@Tsion Gigihello im also in need of a honest profession certified translation company in Bangkok or Chiang Mai. Thanks Read More
Cost of health insurance for expats by marclarouche
This is more of a general question as I know it will vary greatly. I am interested in learning what the average cost of health insurance is for a retiree in Thailand. I was recently given a quote of 457.00 a month which seems steep to me considering ...
@Maxi Marihello, thanks very much for this string of messages on Thai healthcare insurance, yearly costs and names of insurance companies. i also would be very grateful if the name of the insurance company is provided (that you can pay in Euros or ... Read More
Open bank account in Thailand by ThailandHereICome
Some guy named Andrew claims on YouTube that you CAN open a bank account in Thailand with a tourist visa or a visa exemption...Is that true??I was under the impression that you can only open an account once you hold the O visa.Can anyone clarify on ...
@wozzlegummichThankd wozzle for your words and perspective. Much appreciated. Doug Read More