The TOP 10 things to know about YOUR MONEY in THAILAND

[@jamesgrossman2894]

Nobody gives the details like this guy..... a great resource.

[@GreenyTravels]

Lol. Thx Jimmy

[@g.raequitas6693]

Thanks Greeny, I find all this really helpful as I am planning to move to Thailand/Pattaya this year.

[@GreenyTravels]

Awesome!! See you soon

[@jampasurprenant1794]

Thanks away by this time I'm not too crazy about getting to Thailand anymore thanks again for the banking details.

[@samdavies7665]

That #9, ATM money conversion...spot on! Do NOT choose yes on currency conversion by whichever Thailand ATM you're using. It's an additional charge (let your bank at home convert). Good, important tip. Nice job Greeny

[@GreenyTravels]

Thanks Sam. I bet that gets a lot of people

[@samdavies7665]

@@GreenyTravels Hey it got me one or two times on my first trip until someone warned me about it. I'm glad you emphasized it, a good reminder for me and a heads up for anyone else. Thanks, looks like you're enjoying yourself Greeny. 😉👍 Thanks for your videos.

[@baazooka86]

I would like to add two things. Number one is that you should always get pin numbers for your credit cards just in case you need to use them in an emergency. I had a bad experience in Bali. Lost my debit card in the ATM. Long story short, I needed to use my credit cards to get cash but I didn’t have PIN numbers. It was a big hassle. Two, you should always notify your credit card companies that you’ll be traveling and where you’re traveling to and for how long.

[@GreenyTravels]

Definitely. Easy to let them know on their apps.

[@craiggunderson692]

Very good advice.

[@gerritdiscoveringthailand1659]

Yes! Very good advice Greeny, I liked it. I like all of your nice video's by the way. I just finished my 14 days quarantaine and I am now very happy to be in Pattaya Jomtien. Thanks for all your advice! Finally I have my bank account now.

[@GreenyTravels]

Excellent!!! Very happy for yea. How was the food in your quarantine?

[@gerritdiscoveringthailand1659]

@@GreenyTravels The food was actually fine. I liked the Thai food, even much better than the french rice and so. Enough choice to make. I was living from breakfast to lunch and from lunch to dinner. And my Thai girlfriend brought me some nice things :). Yes, for me the 14 days were not difficult.

[@bodybag2010]

First time commenting but want to thank you for the video...especially #9 as I did not know what the screen was asking in regards to wishing to convert. That will save me money in the future. Also congrats on the condo buy. I believe it is a smart buy as prices are down. when everything reopens prices will shoot back up and more as we are seeing now in the states.

[@GreenyTravels]

I’m hoping that. Thanks for commenting. Don’t be shy!!

[@joerobertson289]

Sound advice! Thanks for sharing

[@GreenyTravels]

Thanks!

[@RM-vm5eb]

Great video, the visa video, opening the bank account and this video are all incredibly helpful. I'm sure I will re-watch each of them when appropriate.

[@GreenyTravels]

Glad to try and help

[@antoniocasarez8546]

Great Video! Lots of questions answered!

[@GreenyTravels]

Appreciate it!!

[@karltraveldude7817]

Super information Greeny . thank you for your work !!! Enjoy ...

[@GreenyTravels]

No problem. I enjoy

[@brettallan7417]

Another great informative video. A couple of things to add. Bank to bank transfers are free in Thailand. Any bank to any bank for any person at no cost. Many banks in Australia will charge for this service. Secondly be wary about using a credit card at Suvarnabhumi Airport. It is common for your card to be fraudulently scanned and then a number of unauthorized transactions to be processed. It is well known for this.

[@GreenyTravels]

That’s not good.

[@_ckr]

This is the best "Thai money" video I've seen, excellent choice of topic. Thank you.

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you. Appreciate it.

[@TruckerJohn3]

This is a great video because I’ve never been to Thailand, or really anywhere outside of the US, and I’m thinking about visiting there.

[@GreenyTravels]

Ohh. You will love it and never want to go back

[@lifeslices2228]

Great advice! Thank you for sharing!

[@johnwayne8854]

Hey Greeny...Awesome video..It's all about details and preparation...And thanks for all the tips..

[@GreenyTravels]

Your welcome

[@georgeoshust793]

Another GREAT video Greeny! Keep up the GREAT work!

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you!!

[@phillyretnavy2058]

Great Info Greeny! Very appreciated...arriving this month to Bangkok, going to be hanging in Bang Saen until the end of the year, will try to catch up to you and buy you a beer

[@GreenyTravels]

Great. Let me know when and where

[@phillyretnavy2058]

@@GreenyTravels will do!

[@oldriflela7286]

Really appreciated your information Greeny!

[@GreenyTravels]

No problem. Appreciate you watching!!😊😊

[@simbatran]

Greeny, your number 10 was absolutely so funny, I was waiting for a grand finally on more ATM or bank transfer money saving tips but was not prepared for “Steak” tips, very nice ending!! Great financial tips, always enjoy your videos!

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you Patrick!!

[@blackthaiaffair1475]

Hey greeny..watched earlier today but forgot to say thanks! I appreciate the info as I plan toward the move in the distant future! Thanks ⛳️

[@GreenyTravels]

Glad to help

[@ejwrigley]

When I retire to Thailand my wife will still be working here in Australia 🇦🇺 to keep me in the life style I have grown accustomed to 🤣

[@GreenyTravels]

That sounds like a great plan 😂

[@UTCM]

Good advice , everything you ve said I ve been doing . Wise is the best , the only thing when your doing large sums , sometimes its cheeper to do a swift transfer . You can also transfer into Bangkok bank without converting it keep it in US dollars . The other thing if your getting SSI direct deposit into a Thai Bank , they will make you come into the bank to withdraw or transfer money .... Best always for it to hit a US bank first then send it here ..... Great video your advice is right on the money !!!!

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you. Appreciate it. I think I will handle my SS that way if it still exists when I can collect

[@UTCM]

@@GreenyTravels Yes they just started that option about a year ago . I went in to do the paperwork , then when they said I d have to phyically walk in the bank each month . I walked out .

[@GreenyTravels]

I hate going to the bank.

[@UTCM]

@@GreenyTravels I go one time a year thats to get my deposit letter ...

[@harryshannon2579]

Very good video m8 .Thank for the info .keep it going

[@GreenyTravels]

Will do

[@justFreddieThailand]

Awesome great video. Yes great information about the banks especially the people who are just coming here to retire very useful. Nice one Giza where do you get your thumbnails from 👋

[@GreenyTravels]

I used TubeBuddy and Snapseed on this. Use Canva pro too

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Great stuff. Thanks for sharing.

[@GreenyTravels]

Thx. Appreciate the feedback!!

[@HamNoytheDutchGuy]

Thanks for the tips, and the exchange boots at the airport down below are the best. Always use it. And transfer money via Wise is the first best option 👊 Steak thats a thai thing, been down the same road buddy 😉

[@GreenyTravels]

We are on the same page

[@bradleyfarley2140]

Thanks Bro ! Great Info ......

[@GreenyTravels]

Thanks!!

[@billyjohnson9166]

Your correct about using your credit card always pay in the denomination of the country your in. Let your own credit card company change it. The store your in is not doing you any favor by exchanging for you.

[@GreenyTravels]

Correct!!

[@AndyfromDoncaster]

Great advice Khun Greeny. I always use Transferwise. Now called Wise, as you rightly said. Also, about the notes, I'm a bit red/green colour blind. In dimly lit bars late at night I have often been mixed up with the reddish 100BHT and green 20BHT note. Be careful with that. Thanks and best wishes from me here in the UK.

[@GreenyTravels]

Appreciate it!!

[@harrybarnett617]

You recommended Schwab for it's "credit card". You meant to say debit card. It's the debit card that provides you with the end of the month ATM fee rebates for any cash you pull from a Thai bank ATM machine.

[@GreenyTravels]

Yes. You caught it. I noticed my misspeak too

[@mikebauernfeind7024]

Fidelity has a similar debit card with no fees.

[@traveler7249]

Also the Schwab Credit Card

[@stuarthessinger4101]

Thank for the info Greeny. When I lived in Bangkok I had a kasikorn and Siam commercial bank account. Never had any problems at all 👍

[@GreenyTravels]

Me wait her so far. Good customer service at my branches

[@sconna4951]

You a top man Greeny, your info is invaluable 👍

[@GreenyTravels]

Appreciate it

[@Buggsy61]

Great advice G. Wise is excellent. Strange how bank service differs in Thailand - from the excellent to downright rude and incompetent, and not much in between. We have all experienced it

[@GreenyTravels]

It all about how knowledgeable they are.

[@buddyedgewood586]

These good tips, thanks Greeny! I already have the Schwab and Thai bank accounts setup. I'll setup a Line pay account when I get there. Wheels up in 2 weeks for me. :)

[@GreenyTravels]

Congratulations. You gotta be pumped

[@SATYA_VLOGGES2133]

Good 👍one by you. Money matters anyways.......we need to save our money and need to use it smartly... These kind of videos always helping .

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you!

[@eager0]

Great as usual! Thanks.

[@GreenyTravels]

Thanks!!!

[@craiggunderson692]

Another valuable and interesting video from Greeny. "Wise" has worked well for me the past few years. Far better than Western Union or Swift for under 20K

[@GreenyTravels]

It works great for me too

[@soldiermick]

My tips. More for holiday makers. Get new fresh bank notes from your country. Sometimes they won’t change even slightly torn or marked notes. Less of an issue on the lower floor of the airport so if you have any used notes change them there. Better exchange rate and more likely to change damaged bills. Also bring larger notes. Better exchange rate for £50 than £20 notes so I presume same as US or AUS fillets and euros.

[@GreenyTravels]

Great points. I’ve been denied a bad bill in the past

[@joshyddog2054]

Good info! New sub! Steak had me lol!

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you Josh!

[@jdedad]

Good info Greeny very useful stuff

[@GreenyTravels]

Appreciate it

[@terencegraham8414]

When in BKK Superich Silom head office gives the best rate in Thailand. Very important when changing large amounts in cash.

[@GreenyTravels]

Yea. I like super rich

[@USARAY1947]

All good advice, Greeny. See you're enjoying your new, cool shirts. Which store did you buy them from?

[@GreenyTravels]

A few stores. Don’t remember the names. All over around here

[@davidrose1850]

Great info Greeny!!

[@GreenyTravels]

Thanks David!!

[@surangkanaho8338]

Two additional things important card skimmers on ATM machines I have two accounts and only transfer what I want to withdraw from one account to my Card account. Also US has a Bangkok bank in NY you can ACH yourself money in Thailand just my 2 cents. Thanks good videos.

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you. Some guys in Hua Hin just got arrested skimming.

[@tonyvera6276]

Actually, 7-11 is a great way to break big bills because they always have plenty of cash on hand and they don’t restrict you from doing so. Very convenient since there’s one on just about every block.

[@GreenyTravels]

I forgot to mention you can pay many bills at 7-11 too

[@gregoryegan]

Yes I use ING debit card in Australia when travelling as you don't pay ATM fees when using it anywhere.

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you. Good info

[@gregoryegan]

Actually I should add you do pay initially but then ing debt card then pays you back.

[@neyrojas1208]

Good comments! Specifically 8 & 9. I’m living in Colombia and I believe I’m making the mistakes you just mentioned. Will definitely will be more alert next time. Thanks.

[@GreenyTravels]

Yep. Can happen anywhere

[@gunner4298]

Very informative video , thanks for that . I usually go the Bangkok Bank next to Treetown . There I can withdraw in Baht up to the daily limit ( € 700) on my debit card . The rate I remember is quite good and I don't think there is a fee charged. You also have the security of doing the transaction inside the bank .

[@GreenyTravels]

I heard that branch is good too

[@frankhughes2888]

Most excellent information. Thanks.

[@GreenyTravels]

😊😊😊😊

[@adamjones5920]

Great advice mate !

[@GreenyTravels]

Thxxx

[@frankhughes2888]

“ it’s all about the money” cash is king,,, unfortunately.lol..so your advice is great.

[@GreenyTravels]

Thanks Frank!

[@MrGman2804]

That's really useful. Thanks. Greeny is smarter than the average bear!

[@GreenyTravels]

Lol.

[@shinedg168]

Accurate, thank you. Same as what I discovered on my travels there.

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you!!

[@talast2000]

Greeny, some questions: 1. From previous videos, I am assuming you are from Chicago, therefore you are from a state that has state income tax. Is that correct? 2. As much as you have retired in Thailand, and basing on everything you have disclosed from various videos, I am assuming you kept your Chicago address? 3. If#1&2 is yes, than I am assuming you are paying state income tax still? 4. And your driver's licenses and your credit card/bank all have your Chicago address? Sorry for asking personal questions. I am in the process of planning for Thailand retirement and one of the things was: when I file for retirement and relocate to Thailand, I will remove my California address, therefore let's me skip out on paying the state income tax. The only tax I am expecting to pay is federal income tax. What I am not sure is that once I am no longer a California resident, I don't think I can renew my CA driver's license any more, and I don't know how the bank will react to my new Thai address.... Hence I am asking you to see if you still keep your US address.

[@GreenyTravels]

Great questions and you are close!! I’m from Michigan and yes I still have my house. Still pay tax there. For a variety of reasons I am keeping it this way for now. In a few years I will employ some other tax strategies. I still intend on spending time there too when I can travel back and forth freely.

[@talast2000]

@@GreenyTravels thanks

[@davecool9089]

Thanks man. I'll be there in a few weeks for the first time from the US.

[@GreenyTravels]

Nice!!

[@scottthompson8946]

It's sad, but money is such a big factor. I noticed your budget video has twice as many views as your average videos. My goal is to retire in 18 months, but seeing as I don't have a pension (just 401k + IRA) my exit date is determined by when I think I've saved enough to last me the last 20 years of my life. That is an incredibly difficult number to determine. I believe I can live on $33,000 US a year there (after months of research) but what if I wrong? Any videos you can do on expenses, hidden costs you didn't think about (like transferring money fees) are appreciated. I know tracking every penny was a pain in the ass, but if you could do more generic monthly expenses videos, it helps in determining when I can pull the ejection handle!😎

[@GreenyTravels]

That’s always a tough decision deciding when enough is enough. I struggled with it too but I set a date and followed through on it. Remember you only live once and you want to be young enough to enjoy what you have

[@MrGman2804]

Scott, I took early retirement due to unexpected ill health way before I originally planned... and I did it because I realised life is too short. How much you need is very personal, but I had a well paid career, but now live on about a third of what I used to. I just made some big adjustments, and stopped wasting money, especially on cars. I have not lived in Thailand, but I have visited many times and it is way cheaper than the US or Europe. $500 per month should be enough for a fairly reasonable apartment, but it depends what you want. There are loads of vlogs to give you ideas. I watched a vlog the other day by a South African couple who reckon they live on $800 per month. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpiyZWx4aK-LrZo&ab_channel=ShevandDev I don't think that would suit me, but $33k p/a sounds enough. Do your own research. Trust your judgement. I personally think $33k is enough for a reasonable lifestyle in Thailand. Good luck.

[@scottthompson8946]

@@MrGman2804 I've probably watched all of them!😂 I'm a 767 Airline pilot Captain making about $230,000/yr now and lead a modest life. My luxuries are a pontoon boat and a Jeep (in addition to my normal daily driver, an F150) but my home is a small, affordable (

[@MrGman2804]

@@scottthompson8946 Hi Scott, ok. Now I see. I always wanted to be a pilot when I was young, however, no airlines were recruiting back then, so I qualified as an Accountant and worked in business instead. (hated it) I am 58 now, but 'retired' aged 51. Initially I lived off savings. After some 'health events', eventually I was able to access my pension funds aged 55. If you can hang on, you are on a good income, it will make a difference and worth doing if you can. I would agree $700k is a good target. I was working on taking about 4 to 5% p/a out of my funds each year. I will get a UK state pension in another 9 years... That will be a bonus. What none of us know is how long we will live for. What we do know is the best retirement years are the early ones. You can watch vlogs and do spreadsheets forever. In the end, you are the only one who can decide what you need, when to quit and when to kick back. I must admit I do sometimes reflect on how much more I could have had, but I also have started enjoying life much more since I retired. I am slimmer, much fitter and the health issues I had I have mostly managed away. Difficult to put a price on that. Another vlog I watch is generic. It is a Canadian couple who talk 'all things retirement'. Some of the advice is very simple, but some is good stuff... kzbin.info/door/2xudixWVFcRwx5ssOk1m3w Good luck.

[@cobhome]

Video on Golf and Tennis Greeny? Just a suggestion. I understand there are a lot of golf courses in your area. Homes and condos on the course as well... I hope to be there for the Phuket Sandbox in July. It has been a real pain to get to Thailand. In Mazatlan Mexico now, so much easier to travel to Mexico. Thanks for your videos.

[@GreenyTravels]

I considered Mexico. Eventually I will get golf clubs. That video will happen one day

[@geoffhart8573]

All very good advice Greeny, my biggest error is mixing the 500 with the 100. Also people here don't like getting paid with 1000's I usually carry cash for most things.

[@GreenyTravels]

I know. I had to run around a market the other day to get change for the 1000

[@bental772]

Hi brian, How are you my dear friend .... I think your video on the proper conduct of our finances in Thailand is very important and as you mentioned may greatly help us both save money and also not fall into all sorts of financial mistakes. By the way I have to share with you ... I had so much fun with myself at the end of the video while you talking about the steak your girlfriend asked to order at one of the restaurants, and then it turned out to cost a total of 49 baht. Wow that was great I have to admit ... It was wonderful and I really enjoyed hearing you tell about it. thank you for shering it with us (-:

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you !!

[@dhaferhashem-usa5726]

Good points.

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you!!

[@HussamO]

great info. took me a year to find out about all of those atm scam fees

[@GreenyTravels]

The banks are sneaky

[@absolutrudy]

Great tips Greeny! Ya Charles Schwab is the best!

[@GreenyTravels]

Very happy with it

[@absolutrudy]

@@GreenyTravels do you know how much you can pull out from the atm Daily w the CS card? I know some banks have limits on the daily pull but was curious if Thai has a limit or the CS has a daily limit. I can’t remember cause I’ve always pulled a smaller amount but if I’m pulling out more cause I would use that before I open the Thai bank account would need to know how much. Do you have any idea?

[@robhabraken8064]

don't forget to mention. the only bank you can get a bankaccount with no visa is the kasikorn bank

[@GreenyTravels]

Was unaware of that. Thx Rob!

[@traveler7249]

Chase has similar to Schwab with perhaps a better fee structure. - Several of the premium international banks are useful.

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you!

[@lostboi3974]

Thank God Greeny needed to make a KZbin channel for something to do, besides running around having fun with a cool chick😉We all get to see and learn so much 👍

[@GreenyTravels]

Appreciate the kind words. I have more informational ones in the works

[@sapalot5660]

Another option at the airport, especially if you have a Charles Schwab card is to just use the ATMs on the arrival level. I'm pretty sure they work like just any other ATM so you won't get screwed on the rate there as you would at the money changers and you don't have to go to the basement.

[@GreenyTravels]

Good one !!

[@philipfrancis7303]

Excellent advice. When i'm abroad, i usually keep my smaller change in a buttoned-up pocket on my shorts, and the higher denomination notes in a money-belt beneath my shorts.[with also my bank card]. I guess if you're living in the country you'd be wiser to keep most of the higher notes in your hotel/condo mini safe rather than having to walk around with more than you need.

[@GreenyTravels]

I don’t even trust the safe. I find a good hiding spot

[@John-ds6jz]

The safe is not safe 😂

[@davidbarnett2087]

Thanks again more good info

[@GreenyTravels]

No problem

[@CanadianNomadBiker]

A must watch vid on a very important topic 👍.....she's humming around cos you're talking about $$$$ 😉🙏

[@GreenyTravels]

Lol. She can smell it

[@CanadianNomadBiker]

Greeny Travels Your money vids need to be watched a couple of times to sink in...important details that may seem minor but aren't 🙏

[@GreenyTravels]

Thxxx. Appreciate it

[@johnclark7973]

@@GreenyTravels Hilarious 😆😂

[@johng5950]

Before leaving the USA to move to Thailand, would it be wise to try to get TWO Schwab ATM cards (if that's even allowed). Not sure if I'm being paranoid, but unsure if it would be difficult to get a replacement card sent to Thailand if your USA bank card is lost, damaged, stolen, or eaten up by the Thailand ATM machine. Any advice on that? Seems like it will take a while for Schwab / your main USA bank (if they will even do it) to send a new bank card to a Thailand home address, but please advise if I'm wrong. Hopefully so. Thanks and great video.

[@GreenyTravels]

If they let you I think that would be a great idea.

[@kellyo6940]

What happened to the negatives about grand Avenue. Looking forward to that video

[@GreenyTravels]

It’s on the list.

[@billb1861]

I’m interested to see that one Greeny, as you know I’m at Grande Avenue, I met you a couple of times there. I haven’t had any issues that haven’t been fixed promptly. Not that it’s their fault, but I just wish the pool and gym would open, been here 5 weeks now, closed since I arrived. Bill (Australian guy)

[@pschoenster]

Since you asked, why not spend a day and go to places where people can play tennis, what it costs, and cost for lessons. In Chiang Mai at the 700 stadium it's 300 Baht an hour to hit with a pro (lesson) but some tennis pros charge 800 or more.

[@GreenyTravels]

I will write it down on my idea list. Thank you

[@kyoto32001]

if you keep a bank acct in america, you can transfer money to bangkok bank free of charge. use the bangkok banks NYC branch routing # with YOUR acct #. NO CHARGE

[@GreenyTravels]

This I need to investigate. Hard to get answers from the bankers here about that

[@kyoto32001]

@@GreenyTravels NOTIME2BSAD did a vlog on it. check out chuck's channel.

[@GreenyTravels]

Cool. Thank you. I will check it out

[@johnrhodes2367]

One tip. When exchanging cash, always bring the biggest denomination of your currency. For instance. I get more for £50 note than I do for £20.

[@GreenyTravels]

Yup. Thank you!

[@TutoneEarthling]

and if from the US should use 100's with no marks or tears in them.

[@sanukjim2873]

Greeny, great info for those coming to Thailand. Wise is great but does have its limitations when sending a large amount of money (anything over $5k) If sending large money from US to Thailand, send it in US and have the Thai bank convert, you’ll pay fees but the exchange is better. Did you have to file an FBAR for transferring the money to Thailand in your name? Keep it up bro

[@GreenyTravels]

I didn’t file anything. Just transferred he money. Next year at tax time maybe I will have some documents to fill out. I will cross that bridge when I get to it.

[@sanukjim2873]

@@GreenyTravels keep up the informative videos 🤙🏼

[@badbrad1632]

Very good stuff, don’t know how schwab does it. It’s all I use for the past three years. Zero fee’s.

[@GreenyTravels]

Crazy.

[@markwisniewski7590]

Great video as usual. Thanks for the info. I’m under 40, so I got a while for retirement, but I was curious if you are aware if it’s possible to open a bank account in Thailand while your not living there (in a perfect world I’d like to open an account before I’d move/retire there).

[@GreenyTravels]

From what they have told me at the bank you can not. Really no reason to open one here ahead of time. You never know what may happen

[@styledoggie]

good info , thanks

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you!!

[@traveler7249]

I use my Chase Sapphire Credit Card to pay for virtually everything. ***** The travel points allow me to have 3-4 free international flights each year. -- No Foreign Transaction Fees. -- Concierge to help -- Some travel insurance, medical, etc. - Airport lunge etc. ** Of course pay the balance each month- but ---from my USA bank with ---- ZERO ---- transaction fees.

[@GreenyTravels]

I do as well with my Chase IHG and another one I have. Same benefits. Great getting those points. You are right though. Pay it off every month

[@randomcommenter7414]

Good info Greeny, I was interested in how to transfer large sums of money into Thailand just in case I decide to purchase a condo. I did set up a Transferwise account in 2017 but never used it. I was using interstate banking Wells Fargo to Bangkok Bk NYC then to my BBK Bank account. That was excellent until the US treasury department told them to stop circumventing Their international banking laws tracking criminal and terrorism money movements. Lastly, I heard it was important to document bringing larger sums of money into Thailand because it will make transferring money back out of Thailand if need be. Chok Dee Khup

[@GreenyTravels]

That makes sense.

[@craigross341]

10:30 Dynamic currency conversion. Yeah. A total rip off. Always pay in baht. 13:00 "Keep getting the steak". Gai and Moo (chicken and pork) is local, and dirt cheap. TescoLotus does big slabs of tenderloin pork very cheaply. As soon as you go near noo-wooah (beef) you're in big trouble. That's the Thai government. They run the whole country on import duties. It doesn't make a whole lot of economic sense, but it is what it is.

[@GreenyTravels]

Great points!! Thank you Craig.

[@dorteandersen526]

Thanks for share a great video 😀

[@GreenyTravels]

Your welcome

[@Phucket24]

That scam where they want to convert your money in your country’s currency is a scam Airports have been using that scam for years great video excellent content

[@GreenyTravels]

Thanks Brian.

[@faifai1903]

My money is my money… your money is my money 💰🙏🏻🤣

[@GreenyTravels]

Lol. No shit!!

[@faifai1903]

@@GreenyTravels Lol 😂

[@johnclark7973]

Hilarious 😆

[@Resmith18SR]

Where and when did you learn that Fai?

[@tshering2003]

Thank you for telling us as it is

[@GreenyTravels]

You are welcome!!

[@stevedice5963]

per other expats, $5. fee to transfer to Bangkok bank through their routing number in NYC

[@GreenyTravels]

Do you have to open an account in New York? I tried to get information on that here and the people I spoke with at the bank were no help at all

[@tk4c415]

@@GreenyTravels you can not open an account in New York.. They are BKK bank but different. I checked into having my pension direct deposit into New York, they told me in 2019 things changed and they could not. Again, disclaimer, that was my experience someone elses may be different as all things Thai. As far as smaller transfers it may be possible

[@stevedice5963]

no the NY branch is not open to consumers. bust use that routing number and your local Bangkok bank account number

[@stevedice5963]

@@GreenyTravels no the NYC branch is not a walk in bank. i just use the routing number in NYC and my Bangkok bank account # in Thailand. im still fine tuning the process and using transfer wise and the bankok bank app until i can get my brother in law in Thailand ( i used his phone number in Thailand) to set up the website with bankok bank . i wanted to ask you if you have any problems using your charles schwab brokerage? im seeing on youtube expat problems regarding CS and other brokerages blocking future investments for expats in Thailand and Philippines due to CS not wanting to be involved in US government reporting or expat tax rules. BTW Nok and in were in Thailand October and November 2022 and i wanted to come see you but i got bad food poisoning so i was no fun to be with.

[@billyjohnson9166]

When traveling be careful to ask questions. Most people you ask will give an answer to help themselves not you. Use your WiFi to get answers. Examples looking to buy gold at the jewelers that sell by weight. I asked a security guard he says my friend will take you for free. He started taking me to a place he had set up that gives him a big commission. When looking for mode of transportation and you ask they’ll tell you the most expensive like a tok tok not a taxi which is a third the price. People generally are not there to help you. Also when you ask a question that lets them know you don’t know. It opens you up to be taken advantage of. Don’t ask the taxi where are we that lets him know you don’t know where you are. Use your google maps so you know where your going.

[@GreenyTravels]

Excellent points. Always do your own research!

[@Raimis1]

Excellent video , Thanks for that! But your voice echoing like over tube or plastic bottle in this video for me while watching it... Just noticed

[@GreenyTravels]

I noticed that one the kayaking part.

[@okbilly1]

which is a better bank from your experience & why?

[@GreenyTravels]

I like them both. Very similar. Large transfers in for a property purchase probably work better with Bangkok

[@nikyyo5]

Future Thailand retiree here (hopefully). I'm with you with everything except for the importance of the schwab card. As a retiree with a thai bank account, why not just feed off of the money you're transferring in through transferwise? Bring enough cash with you to tie you over until your Thai bank account is set up.

[@GreenyTravels]

Can do that but I like to keep the bare minimum over here I need to.

[@tk4c415]

always good to have a backup also.. I have done everything Greeny has done and would recommend the same

[@nikyyo5]

@@tk4c415 agreed

[@cantaner1164]

good

[@GreenyTravels]

😊😊

[@frankspencer9308]

You need to discuss security of banking over the cellular network and in particular WiFi. They say the cellular network is safe from hackers but I still don't use it for bank transactions. And WiFi is very vulnerable to hackers, although you can get a VPN.

[@GreenyTravels]

I’m not that tech savvy however I don’t do any banking on public networks. Just at home or phone network

[@frankspencer9308]

Your home WiFi and even home cable can be hacked. I only do banking at my office on a secure network.@@GreenyTravels

[@GreenyTravels]

@@frankspencer9308 thank you!!

[@casmel119]

Hey Greeny.. did you do a home tour of your new place ??😀

[@GreenyTravels]

Not really yet

[@robwolf2152]

I see you're really settling in there in Thailand - you even record in mirror image as do many Thai ladies 555. Schwab card is great - the 220 baht ATM fee is for any transaction no matter the amount, so by getting a refund, you can take out only what you need and not the max.

[@GreenyTravels]

Yea. It works well.

[@michaelw9961]

Number 11, for Greeny....when you are drinking don't mix up things and take the wrong girl home with you. 🤣😂🤣

[@GreenyTravels]

😂

[@stackfire9601]

Fidelity is a little bit better than Charles Schwab of course you get 100% of your ATM fees back as well as unheard of interest on your checking and savings

[@GreenyTravels]

Hmmm. Might have to check into those interest rates. I have a fidelity account too

[@stackfire9601]

@@GreenyTravels I bypassed Schwab because of the rates

[@stackfire9601]

@@GreenyTravels also I plan on heading to Thailand next month I've never been if you are going to be in country then it would be cool to hook up with somebody because I know no one LOL

[@budmartin3344]

Thank for the tip on the Charles Schwab checking account, so does it mean it is better off to use Schwab cards for everything like, getting pocket Thai money, buying food, phone cards, paying hotel bills, etc instead of using my Citi CC? Thanks. BTW, this is really GREAT video about handling money in Thailand.

[@GreenyTravels]

If you have a cc that waives the foreign transaction fees you are fine.

[@pkgoldopalhunting]

great tips

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you!!

[@pb2067]

making withdrawls at Thai ATMs be careful , they give you the money first then your card back after , its easy to walk away and forget about your card as opposed to it giving you card first then money after , 555 done it myself

[@GreenyTravels]

Paul im very surprised I haven’t done that yet. Hope you didn’t just jinx me