Opening a Thai Bank Account: A Guide for Expats and Tourists
By the end of this guide, you’ll find out about the documents and requirements you need to open an account, the best Thai banks for expats, and much more.
By the end of this guide, you’ll find out about the documents and requirements you need to open an account, the best Thai banks for expats, and much more.
Grocery delivery in Bangkok now runs on a handful of supermarket sites and delivery apps, most of which work in English. Here is what each one charges, which ones actually stock fresh food, and how to get your fridge filled without leaving the condo.
Wise is moving Thai-registered accounts under Bank of Thailand rules, and the start date just slipped: most existing users now have until October 2026. Here’s what changes, who it hits, and what to do before your cutoff.
Every registered company in Thailand must file withholding tax returns (PND 3 or PND 53) monthly and issue Withholding Tax Certificates to vendors. Rates run from 1% to 5% depending on service type.
Bangkok offers plenty of options for a proper Christmas dinner, from hearty German fare to a New Orleans buffet to New York style pizza. Here are three of my favorite restaurants for the holiday, with their locations, menus, and prices.
Get the most Thai Baht for your buck using Wise on your next international transfer.
WorldRemit is an online money transfer service available in 150 countries, with low transfer fees and a clean mobile app. It works well for sending money from the US, UK, or Australia to Thailand, though sending from Thailand is not currently supported.
Sending money from Australia to Thailand doesn’t have to cost a fortune. This guide covers the cheapest and fastest transfer options for expats, from specialist online services to traditional banks, so you can keep more of your money.
Property ownership in Thailand comes with several tax obligations, from transfer fees and withholding tax to annual land and building tax. Here’s what to expect before you buy or sell.
P.P. 30 VAT returns are due the 15th on paper and the 23rd by e-filing, every month, even when you owe zero VAT. Late filing costs THB300 plus a 1.5% monthly surcharge.