Local SIAM bank representatives had no idea what the requirement by the immigration department was, but acted as if they were on top of the facts. Even though I told them I needed a one year print out, they handed me a six month print out and a letter indicating my present balance. I did have to return to the bank to get the correct printout. I did not have to pay a second fee, which brought me back to a more pleasant mood.
The local Immigration office requires a complete 12 month history (printout) of deposits. I Understand on the same day Khon Kaen Immigration was satisfied with a three month history..The local office also required a 12 month history of my american Bank account which I was able to get online. I am not very comfortable with the idea of then having that information.
I can not attest to the validity, but the Immigration Inspector advised me that this would be the last year monthly transfers will be considered. In the future the transfer of 800,000 baht must be made three months before applying for a visa.
I may consider transferring my banking to Bangkok Bank. With an office in New York, I would avoid transfer fees which amount to $360 per year. On the other hand, the possibility of leaving Thailand for good is back in play.
สกลนคร Sakon Nakhon
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Used to be that if you used Bangkok Bank for our federal pension deposits, the account would only allow in person withdrawls - no ATM. Meaning you would verify that you were alive b showing up for a withdrawl. Not sure if still the same. Plus, I think we can do direct deposit to Thai bank. Haven't tried that yet and not sure if I want to.
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