Thai Banks Tighten Regulations on Foreigners’ Accounts

Thai banks, led by Bangkok Bank, have tightened regulations on foreign nationals opening and maintaining bank accounts, primarily to combat financial fraud and mule accounts used in scams.

Key Points

• Bangkok Bank has tightened requirements for foreigners opening new accounts due to cybersecurity and fraud concerns. 
• New conditions include long-term visas, marriage to Thai nationals, or property ownership in Thailand. 
• Russian nationals reportedly face account freezes and card blocks if criteria are unmet. 
• Customers with transaction issues should contact the bank for resolution. 

Depuis janvier 2025, la Bangkok Bank exige que les étrangers disposent de visas de longue durée (par exemple, visas de retraite ou visas non-immigrants pour le travail, les études ou la famille), soient mariés à un citoyen thaïlandais ou possèdent une propriété en Thaïlande pour ouvrir de nouveaux…