Required documents, partner banks, account types and the EPL assistant service — everything you need to open a Thai bank account with your Thailand Privilege Card.
Last updated: May 27, 2026
Each partner bank has its own document checklist. Review the bank-specific card below before your appointment — bring originals where possible.
| Required Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Passport | Passport with PE or SE Visa |
| Thailand Privilege Membership Proof | Thailand Privilege Card or certification letter confirming TPC membership |
| Proof of Residence in Thailand | Lease agreement, electricity or water bill |
| Government-Issued ID | National ID card, driving licence or household registration from the member's country of nationality |
| Required Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Valid Passport | Original passport required |
| Thailand Privilege Visa | Non-Immigrant Visa SE (Special Entry) or PE (Privilege Entry) |
| Thailand Privilege Membership Card | Valid Thailand Elite Card |
| Proof of Residence in Thailand | Property ownership document, lease agreement or recent utility bill |
| Contact Number | Thai or reachable contact number required |
| Home Country ID | National ID card or driver's licence showing home country address (English version or notarised translation required) |
| Supporting Document | One additional trustworthy document supporting the reason for opening the account |
| Required Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Passport | Passport with valid PE or SE Thailand Privilege Visa |
| Thailand Privilege Membership Card | Membership card required |
| Certified Letter | Certified letter from Thailand Elite |
| Address in Thailand | Required for the application form |
| Thai Mobile Number | Required for internet banking |
| Home Country ID | Driver's licence or national ID card |
| Required Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Passport | Passport with Elite Visa sticker (E-visa currently not accepted) |
| Thailand Privilege Membership Proof | Certificate letter or TPC membership card |
| Home Country ID | Driver's licence or national ID card |
| Thai Contact Number | Required |
| Proof of Residence in Thailand | Lease agreement, rental contract, Tabian Baan (Yellow/Blue Book) or title deed |
| Account Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Savings Account | Starting from 0–500 THB |
| Fixed Deposit Account | Starting from 1,000 THB |
| THB & Foreign Currency Deposit (FCD) | Available |
| Account Maintenance Fee | No maintenance fee |
| Condition | SCB | Kasikorn Bank | Bangkok Bank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Initial Deposit | 500 THB | 500 THB | Not applicable |
| Minimum Balance Requirement | 2,000 THB | 2,000 THB | 2,000 THB |
| Monthly Maintenance Fee | 50 THB / month if inactive for 12 months and balance ≤ 2,000 THB | 50 THB / month if inactive for 12 months and balance ≤ 2,000 THB | Not applicable |
| Bank | Processing Information |
|---|---|
| Kasikorn Bank | Requires 7 days for document verification before approval |
| Bangkok Bank | Requires 7 days for document verification before approval |
Members must return to the bank within 1–15 days after approval to complete account opening. If you have not yet received your membership card, you may use the certification letter instead when opening an account with Kasikorn Bank and SCB only.
Our Elite Personal Liaison (EPL) team can accompany you in person to open your bank account at the following branches:
| Bank | Branch |
|---|---|
| Bangkok Bank | Head Office Branch |
| Kasikorn Bank | Thanon Sathon Branch |
| SCB | Thanon Sathon Branch |
| LH Bank | Q House Lumpini |
Yes. For savings accounts (Thai Baht or FCD) with your Elite Visa already affixed, you can use the Thailand Privilege Certification Letter instead of the physical membership card. Trading accounts (stocks) still require the full membership card. The table below summarises the documents required by account type and bank.
| Account Type | Kasikorn Bank | Bangkok Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Trading Account (stocks) — Funding | Passport + Membership Card + Bankbook or Passbook | Passport + Membership Card + Bankbook or Passbook + Tax Identification Number |
| Savings Account (THB / FCD) — with Membership Card | Passport + Membership Card | Passport + Membership Card |
| Savings Account (THB / FCD) — without Membership Card | Passport + Certification Letter | Passport + Certification Letter |
Request service through the Member Contact Center at least 3 working days in advance with the Membership Certification Letter.
You must open a fixed deposit account with a minimum deposit of 50,000 THB. This deposit serves as collateral for your credit card.
Should you need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our Member Contact Center is available 24/7.
Already have a Thailand Elite membership? Contact the Member Contact Center for help. Not a member yet? Apply today and unlock priority bank-account opening with our partner banks.
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