Best way to exchange money in Pattaya, Thailand. Where to go, what not to do! Tips and Advice 2021

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Best way to exchange money in Pattaya is always an issue, as you need to know the best places to go. Naturally we all want the best return for our money and knowing where to go is vital to getting the best rate here in Pattaya.
Many people bring cash with them and finding the best way to exchange money in Pattaya is not always as simple as it may seem!
AVOID ATM Machines as these tend to be the most expensive way to exchamnge money in Pattaya and across Thailand. Many charges are levied against your account and you do not always get the best rate either. Often when you exchange money in Pattaya using these machines your rate of exchange is often a good few baht less thatn the surrent rate.
Here are some suggestions of the best way to exchange money in Pattaya and across thailand and get the most money back in return!
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@daveyboyyyy 3 жыл бұрын

Every morning I wake up and think I've been robbed,then i remember the bottle of vodka,and hear the lady in the shower,and it all comes back🤣🤣

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

hahahahahahaha brilliant mate love that

@ddyeo503 3 жыл бұрын

When I come to Thailand I usually bring cash. But I was down in Kamala Beach and I decided to use a ATM because my cash was getting short. So used the ATM machine and it ate my debit card! I learned one thing, if you must use a ATM, make sure there is a bank right behind the ATM so you can go inside and get help to get the card back. I used a ATM that was not located in front of a bank. I never got the card back. Then had to watch my cash money that I still had for the rest of my trip and used my credit card for my hotel stay back in Pattaya. Never, never, never, use a ATM with no bank behind it,,,,,,,,,,,,

@markhughes4088 3 жыл бұрын

Same thing happened to me me it was an old machine and a new I shouldn't of used it I phoned the phone number on the machine and the guy wanted my PIN number I managed to contact my bank and they sent me an emergency card which I could take into a bank and get cash.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Bad times mate

@greggoes 3 жыл бұрын

Had one eat my debit card, in London. Attached to my bank in the US. #fml It reduced my spending habits, quick.

@D.Appeltofft 3 жыл бұрын

Never had any problems with ATMs in the Kingdom. Apart from the charges, of course...

@ddyeo503 3 жыл бұрын

@@D.Appeltofft Just make sure there is a bank located behind the machine. If it eats your card, and someday it will, you can resolve right away,,,,,,,,,,,,,

@metalhamster14 3 жыл бұрын

Good to see your vids getting more hits. You deserve it. Natural and informative.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 👍

@trevorbarns4766 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video Trev. Glad to see Zaika are still open. Great food , I go there all the time.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Love their food

@markgalligan1487 3 жыл бұрын

I used the TT Exchange on Soi Buakhao, the one opposite the Take Away cafe. It was early one afternoon. I was changing £500 Sterling. When she gave me the Thai money, I stood in front of her and counted it. I then realized she had short changed me by 1,000 THB. When I challenged her, she promptly gave me the 1,000THB. No argument. She knew she had been rumbled. My advice to everyone is to check the amount before you move away from the kiosk.

@DRock7977 3 жыл бұрын

Thats a good tip.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one mate, glad you checked it

@markgalligan1487 3 жыл бұрын

@@Buzzinpattaya thanks for the reply. I enjoy your videos

@Sean-zz2lj 3 жыл бұрын

They have counters so I'm not sure how that happened

@desrend 3 жыл бұрын

Bali is the place for that carryon.

@johnmeyer7378 3 жыл бұрын

Great Soi,Soi Post office spent alot of time there over the years,it has every thing you need on one street,Rooms,Girls,Bars,Massage,Laundry,Food,Travel agents,Post office,BikesPharmacys...

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Great shout mate

@jacquelinebrown7994 2 жыл бұрын

We are hopefully going over Xmas and New year. Thankyou for your great advice etc! We are more prepared now regarding money! 👍

@Buzzinpattaya 2 жыл бұрын

Have fun

@TINY0699 Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate was wondering about Atm's this video was great because i am staying at Baracuda in Jan 23 and the banks are just up the road . Once again great info and see ya when im there

@Buzzinpattaya Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

@brendanduffy2367 3 жыл бұрын

I always bring readies however I'm going to look into opening a bank account to minimise the risk of getting burnt, good video Trevor 😎🙏🇹🇭

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

@colink8638 Жыл бұрын

Agree, for exchange rates WISE is not only superb value, and 90% of the time the transfer occurs immediately👍👍👍

@Buzzinpattaya Жыл бұрын

agreed

@jaysaviod9581 Жыл бұрын

So you get charged ATM fees to withdraw bhat currency from your Wise card in Thailand?

@robertoalvarado615 Жыл бұрын

Just by watching how relaxing your walk was, i wanna be there already

@Buzzinpattaya Жыл бұрын

Hope ya get out soon mate

@conancol7556 3 жыл бұрын

Good chat again , excellent stuff.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

@RustyLid 3 жыл бұрын

If you have currency that has marks or small rips there is a place to exchanges these. Go to where you catch the baht bus to Jomtien. About 100 meters down, on the same side of the street, is a small shop called “Super T”. They will closely examine your currency and if it’s real they will exchange it even with pen marks or rips.

@peterramsden3134 3 жыл бұрын

i had the same problems, i always go to a bank down near walking street, sorry cant remember its name

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Great mate thank you for sharing

@lauriebarry7017 3 жыл бұрын

Never liked hiding money in room.. You can rent a 'safety deposit box' quite reasonably at TT exchange, opposite boys town. Extremely secure and safe option. Great Vid.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Good point!

@stevie-b 3 жыл бұрын

If you put all your money in a safe then its easy to take the hole safe,never ever used a safe myself

@robertburnett5561 3 жыл бұрын

I will try to remember that. Thanks b

@murraywards2645 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video.especialy informative for those who dont live in pattaya,but just holiday here..

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@johannesbrandt8277 3 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! Plz don't stop making them....

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@philward7182 3 жыл бұрын

Great info on currency exchange and opening a bank account..I will be there when Australian Government permits international travel again..possibly October.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@paulwain433 3 жыл бұрын

I also use Charles Schwab (like some of the other viewers) as they don't charge any ATM fee and cover any cost you might incur at a foreign ATM machine.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one

@kashtonmario1379 2 жыл бұрын

Instablaster.

@rogerranger9385 3 жыл бұрын

Bravo, fantastic as usual!!

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@scottg3456 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video mate! Cheers! 🍻 appreciate the tips. God, Pattaya looks so quite!

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@issman100 3 жыл бұрын

TT currency exchange usually gives the best rate but it worth mentioning that any notes that are cut damaged or have any writing in them will be rejected, been caught out a few times and they check each note thoroughly.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Good point!

@daviddawson9018 3 жыл бұрын

When I go to the bank to get my holiday cash, I specify new notes,no writing, no damage. I check them at the counter and reject any that isn't up to scratch. Avoids problems when I get to Superrich in Bangkok or when I roll up to TT for my Baht.

@33bubles 3 жыл бұрын

If you need to exchange money for hotel and taxi fares etc, before you arrive in Pattaya, the best place is in the train station in Suvarnabhumi Airport. It is attached to the airport but not classed as inside the airport so the booths there have better rates than those actually in the airport itself.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@jimm5122 3 жыл бұрын

Good walkabout and topic Trev..I miss chilling out on the beach..I always seem to use TT money exchange, plenty of them around town. I

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff

@TalesAgainstHumanity 3 жыл бұрын

really enjoy watching your videos. good to get a face to a video! also makes me remember pattayaaaaaaa

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

haha cheers although mine is probably not the best face to have to remember hahahahahaha

@joemak100 3 жыл бұрын

Really good advise as always. I would add another downside of ATMs is that if your on a big night out and you get a tipsy... its easy to forget to take your card from machine..Thai ATM's dispense cash first....then Card second! ...Opposite to many Western ATMs. Always bring a back up card if your a party animal. Thank me later.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Great tip!

@Coolagreen16 3 жыл бұрын

only two things to remember, cash and card.

@Andy-4342 2 жыл бұрын

If you do have to exchange money at Suvarnabhumi Airport (not recommended but sometimes needs must) go all the way down to the bottom level and head towards the train platform and use the exchanges there, you will get a slightly better rate than the exchanges in the main terminal area.

@Buzzinpattaya 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips

@crs9128 Жыл бұрын

well, i'll have zero baht once i get off the plane at the airport and it will be my first time.. is there some kind of alternative method to exchanging???

@Andy-4342 Жыл бұрын

@@crs9128 Depends. If you are bringing cash from your home country, it needs to be the newest crispest highest denomination bills with no marks or writing or anything on them. Once you clear customs and immigration take the escalators down to the lowest level and follow the signs for the train. As you walk down that hallway from the airport to the train station there will be money exchangers there. Exchange what you will think you need there until you can get in to town, whichever one you are headed for (Bangkok, Pattaya, etc...). Alternatively, there are ATM machines in the hallway to the train, and if you have a card with no foreign transaction fees and ATM fee reimbursement then you can use the ATMs there.

@Ianhoward1411 3 жыл бұрын

Yet again great video, just nice to know the rates now, it seems to be going up a touch since lockdown...let’s hope we can all get back by November...cheers Trev

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Fingers crossed!

@kwalk4804 3 жыл бұрын

Another great walk about. good job.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@sonnyforsberg9778 3 жыл бұрын

If you bring bank notes. Check them so they are clean. If there some spots or if someone have mark it with a pen they won't take it.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

great shout mate

@Alan4917 3 жыл бұрын

Use Transfer wise all the time, transfer money into my Thai bank and then use my ATM card , very easy and no problems plus a decent exchange rate

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one

@jimbrown2485 3 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed ! I've been there. Thank you

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

@johnclark7973 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the stay away from the urge to rent a motorbike advice. I think that was one of the most things I was looking forward to doing there this fall. But I think that is sound. My dad was friends with Evel Knievel, but my buzzed butt will be riding that baht bus instead like a rented mule.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Just use taxis and buses mate and stay safe, it is mental out here

@graemewetherall1053 3 жыл бұрын

If I can return July 1 and no quarantine, I’ll be there in a heartbeat

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one

@stephen897 3 жыл бұрын

Good vidio thank you again , the best booth i found was the white one in-between areca lodge and the pool hall on soi dianna and they changed marked notes too . Following on , any tips for soon to be expats on best way to handle money between UK and Thailand ? Thanks again 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for shout out mate

@lassivakkilainen1999 3 жыл бұрын

Phulet will officially open to tourists without quarantee on July 1st, but I don't know about Pattaya. This news has been in The Phuket News and The Bangkok Post. As to changing money, I always use the exchange booths, of which there is no shortage. The differences in the exchange rates are minimal. Also, I always stay at hotels I can trust and keep my money in the safe. I have recentty stayed at the Bayview and Bayshore hotels without any problems. - Thanks for the many videos! 👍

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Be interesting to see how this all unfolds

@bryanhansen2495 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Mate good job . I stayed quite often around the avenue mall in Pattaya. Cheers

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

@jessemrk 3 жыл бұрын

TransferWise (Now renamed "Wise" as you stated) is the best way to go.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

agreed

@gibbs2799 3 жыл бұрын

Had money stolen by a hotel maid from safety deposit box. I talked to the the hotel manager but he said your fault not hotel, etc, etc. Better to take precautions.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Not good mate

@harrythedragon1945 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there Trev.. great video as usual.you might have been winging it. However you nailed. Re money.H

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@losthailand88 Жыл бұрын

Hi again, it was a delight to come across one of your videos with fantastic walkabout. There's also a good exchange rate at the Arab quarter both in Pattaya & Bangkok. Concerning banking, Bangkok bank also something worth considering as they seem to provide good service and easy to open in account especially in Pattaya. Indian Food besides your recommendation, Masala twist is the very best here in Pattaya, and last not least, Le Pub near walking street is the place to be.

@Buzzinpattaya Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info! Masala Twist, great shout mate

@robinmasters2530 3 жыл бұрын

When I travel to Thailand I tend to do a combination of bringing money to exchange it on the exchange booths on the street and also using an ATM. A handy tip for Australian's, get a ING Direct Saving card and use that in the ATM's in Thailand. They don't charge you a fee and they cover any foreign bank charges charged to your account. They certainly cover the bank charges of other banks when in Australia and I was stunned when I noticed on my statement that any ATM charges from Thai banks were returned to my account by the bank (Note this service is only available if you deposit $1000 Aussie in your bank account every month and use your card for purchases 5 times in a month) Hope this helps.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Fair shout mate

@darrenaustralia3623 3 жыл бұрын

ING the best refund all fees as long as prerequisite met

@darrenaustralia3623 3 жыл бұрын

And they use the visa rate ! So even at airport using atm same visa international rate

@stefano3655 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Trevor, Robin and Darren ☺️ that was really helpful looking forward to see you in Thailand

@josephbrophy8113 3 жыл бұрын

My advice is TT is the best place to exchange your money and don't use the banks or the airport when you land. Can't wait to get back love you video's

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@daviddawson9018 3 жыл бұрын

If you must change cash at the airport, go to the ground floor just afterwhere the train ticket machines are. Best rates at the airport and on a par with Superrich in Bangkok.

@drewcorry5056 3 жыл бұрын

I Would Be In The Ocean Water Everyday. Outstanding Video

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@markhughes4088 3 жыл бұрын

Good video Trev I will look into opening a bank account next time I'm on holiday there

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

@raginshaw2020 3 жыл бұрын

The thing I love most about Thailand is you can walk up to any Lady, strike up a conversation, ask her out for a coffee or dinner and not be cirrus out, attacked, or having to police called like here in America.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

agreed

@Rio4me4ever 3 жыл бұрын

After changing money or ATM withdraw always take your large baht bills into a 7-11 and buy something to get change be sure to carry lots of small baht bills as taxis never have change for 500 or over.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Good shout

@FatboyChopper007 3 жыл бұрын

Suvarnabhumi airport, heading towards bts go to ground level and head down the escalator , all the exchanges are their in one place and pick the best rate. Im pretty sure TT only available in Pattaya but I could be wrong either way aussie dollar is shizenhousen no matter who you go to. Great vid again trev

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one mate thank you

@tonymatthews2344 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for this vlog, very informative, couple of points i would like to add: Kasikorn have always been easy to use, the one on Pattaya Klang down near 2nd road has some very good English speaking staff, i have also found they will exchange notes that the kiosks refuse (light damage and/or writing only), Indian food.....best for me is Tikka centre opposite the top of Soi Honey, good prices, and very good food. The Avenue, i have heard the main part of the mall has been sold to an Indian consortium and will be converted to an Indian type of Nana Plaza (named Nan Plaza......very clever!)

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Great comment thanks for sharing mate, much appreciated

@Danny_ll 3 жыл бұрын

Ive always used TT on soi buakhao, if it isn't the cheapest then its close enough to me.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah TT are generally good

@Snip59 3 жыл бұрын

I just use the ATM in Pattaya just draw out 20,000 at a time that way the fee is not bad plus with my bank in Australia I get reimbursed with the fee I pay in Pattaya so not bad.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one

@Snip59 3 жыл бұрын

Trev u walked past the Casa Pascal if u get a chance next time give it a plug please.

@NameName-do9hj 3 жыл бұрын

What bank do you use in Australia ?

@keithd1219 3 жыл бұрын

I do the same thing. Fidelity ATM card reimburses the ATM fee.

@wolvesview9047 3 жыл бұрын

I was shocked to find out how many people back at home never realized taking their hard earnt money abroad for better exchange rates. If everyone realized this, our own country would have no choice but to match them.

@paula-yr7pp 3 жыл бұрын

To many newbies to scared to change aboard

@wolvesview9047 3 жыл бұрын

@@paula-yr7pp Nah, just in general, not realizing you get a better exchange abroad. Even a shop owner I know never realized.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

True

@Stuie2210 3 жыл бұрын

Had an account with Kasikorn for a number of years. Very easy to transfer funds in. I use Wise - formerly Transferwise before recent name change. Rate to transfer in after fees is usually about 0.1 less than going rate at TT who I use for cash conversion and buying US and HK Dollars when traveling. (Haha typed before finishing the vlog!)

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Same here mate

@iansmith1023 3 жыл бұрын

Lol, travellers cheques.. I think they went out with the video cassette recorder (vcr) and the Commodore 64 computer.. 😆

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha

@robwolf2152 3 жыл бұрын

I use a Schwab card - 30,000 Baht a day and no fees. Exchange rate usually better than cash exchange rate.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Wow nice shout

@Steven-mm7gb 3 жыл бұрын

Same here

@byrons9441 3 жыл бұрын

There was a exchange across from central marina called sabai exchange that had great rates but another casualty of covid. In regards to ATM, get a bank that will reimburse your fees like schwab or capital one. But if you can open a bank acct that would be best rather than in the hotel safe. Great informative video Aloha 🤙🏼

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Great shout mate

@jameslaverack9862 3 жыл бұрын

Transfer wise is the best I've found upto now easy to use fast transfer and low charge yesterday's rate 42.7

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@soihollywood850 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve always found the best place to change money is the one giving the highest rate.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

lol, that works hahaha

@JellyRoger_XIII 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Buzzin, zzup man ? Great info vlog, as always. So Thnx in advance. Avoiding ATM's services seems the tip n.1 to me, cuz paying fees x3 seems A BIT TOO MUCH !! 🤣😂🤣 So, since i'm seriously interested about bank account, do you think you may organize a super vlog as you did in the past, this time with a bank employee or even a manager who can explain the first and most important steps and documents a foreigner need to have to open an account ?? Maybe from Kasikornthai since as you said they really welcome foreigners to open accounts to them.... What did ya think Sir ?!? Possible ?

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah great idea mate let me see what i can sort

@colinealem298 3 жыл бұрын

I second this suggestion. Love to see a vlog on opening a thai bank account Trevor...

@mmaranta785 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip about Wise

@Buzzinpattaya Жыл бұрын

welcome mate

@jerseybeefjerseyci896 3 жыл бұрын

Only joined your page last wk watching 3 aday to catch up

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you mate and appreciate the support

@upawlknite Жыл бұрын

In 2007 I tried using traveler's checks in the Phillippines and they looked at me like I had rocks in my head.

@Buzzinpattaya Жыл бұрын

Lol

@beareatsworld7637 3 жыл бұрын

Western Union, I use the app on my phone and set the receiver to my own name for pick up in cash at a pattaya location. Costs £1.90 per transfer, and the exchange rates are very competitive.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Great shout, thank you

@joemak100 3 жыл бұрын

Great idea..Especially if you lose all your cards..What type of ID do you need to collect money?Or is it just a code?Thanks

@MyJily 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video love when you talk thai

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

I try hahaha

@JavierLopez-jm7nd 3 жыл бұрын

Another great Video. Cheers again Mate for sharing your thoughts and tales about so many interesting and practical day to day issues about Pattaya. By the way that beach looks absolutely Awesome. -1 degrees yesterday morning here in Jersey in the Channel Island. So jealous....! Regarding your question about the possibility of the returning to visit Pattaya wideout quarantine definitely I will consider it but I’m afraid at the moment perhaps is just another rumour. Right now I hear that the cutting the current period of quarantine in 7 days. I believe still too long. Especially if you been fully vaccinated like myself. May I ask you how is the weather like out there in Pattaya in September. Usually I been out there just in high season . December and January. Many Thanks again Mate and please keep sharing your lovely stuff. Stay safe.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

1 deg ouch!!! Yeah so many rumours here mate it is crazy as all changes day to day

@davedenham8697 3 жыл бұрын

You’re dead right about room safes,easy to Nick or open......but DONT stash your money in the room, bad bad idea......tip, I always make sure any hotel I stay in has lock up boxes behind reception....your money is totally safe as there’s usually two keys and a manager has to open it with you.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

yep

@user-cx1pv1rp2i 3 жыл бұрын

Perhaps a video on hotels with this service would be good, as opposed to room safes

@davedenham8697 3 жыл бұрын

@@user-cx1pv1rp2i definitely

@martinburman9790 3 жыл бұрын

Open a ‘Revolut’ bank account. Get exact exchange rate. Pay for what you can by card + can take limited amounts of cash out of cash machine

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one

@hebertcentrone6804 3 жыл бұрын

Great information

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@lytran2484 3 жыл бұрын

I always use TT exchange, in my experience when you change large notes like £50 notes you get a better rate but they never seem to accept the ones that have pen marks or notes that have been written on. Enjoying your videos mate like it when sometimes your squddie sense of humour comes out in your videos.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

£50 always best rate

@supreeyaharrison589 3 жыл бұрын

I only ever really take 50s but always got rate on any booth or bank never higher in over 20 years

@dixienormus9701 3 жыл бұрын

REMEMBER LARGE CLEAN NOTES NO PEN MARKS ETC AND YOUR PASSPORT. IN THE DAYS WHEN AEON ATM HAD NO EXCHANGE FEES NOW I HAVE TO THAI BANKS ACCOUNT GREEN&BLUE BANKS

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed

@williamhenry4986 3 жыл бұрын

You beat me to it about clean notes absolutely right

@itsonlycapnkirk 3 жыл бұрын

Having been to Thailand multiple times for extended periods I am sure you cannot beat Superrich Thailand for the best rates. Located in Bangkok and in the basement of the airport (Suber..etc!) quite often you you have to queue up as they are very very popular.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

wow thanks for sharing

@gkprivate433 3 жыл бұрын

yes, they are the best. but some places in Pattaya are very close in rate, so unless you are changin 100,000s of baht it is probably not worth bothering about. Nice place on soi bukhao, not far from D apartment. Yellow on the inland side of the street

@jimhill-bkk8550 3 жыл бұрын

ProTip: Superich rate varies between branches. An App is available, can check rates at locations

@steveo8810 3 жыл бұрын

i was at the super-rich in swampy waiting in queue with a wad of twentys and a girl came up and took me to the side door of the booth and the exchange was done there, maybe she fancied me

@up2u162 3 жыл бұрын

TT always seemed the best option for exchanging notes, clean, larger notes are the best option. Ripped, torn, defaced notes will not be accepted I've been using the Krungsri bank ATMs for years and always select the option to let my bank do the conversion so the rate was very good, no fees from my bank, just the 220 baht ATM fee. Establishing a thai bank account via Wise is def the way to go for longer stays. I'll be shopping banks soon. Thanks to Trev and others for recommendations!

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@pb2067 3 жыл бұрын

Best rates on arrival at BKK airport are the ex booths on same level as the airport link a vlogger on youtube called big fat besty done a very good video on it showing you how to do it other than that i just use normal ATMs with my UK bank cards just draw out large amounts like 10K* baht or more , who gives a hoot if you get stung by a couple of % here or there on fees , but dont use the 7/11 ATMs they are a rip of . good vlog as usual Trev thanks for sharing

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for sharing mate much appreciated

@MaxPower-dt8bb 3 жыл бұрын

Can you please do a video on how and what paper work documents are needed to open a Thai bank account, thanks in advance.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Sure thing!

@dawnpatrol100 3 жыл бұрын

I have ridden a bike here in Australia for around 20 years. I won't even think about riding a bike in Thailand, heck don't even think about driving a car in Thailand way to dangerous. The only thing I would drive in Thailand would be a tank or a monster truck for my safety

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@robertburnett5561 3 жыл бұрын

I am over 70. In good health. I rode a bike all over Chiang Mai and Vientiane, Lao for months. I even beat the traffic jams at times. I rode careful and defensive. No real problems. Just have good lights and a helmet. Check Walk about Wayne in Chiang Mai. But I wouldn't ride it in Bangkok. I also ride a scooter.

@gotthesinglelife 3 жыл бұрын

Same here I take large amount of cash and like you Trev spread it around in the room in diffrent hiding place and thats where envelopes and sticky tape comes in handy just remember your stash places before you check out. But as a back up have travel cards with money loaded on it as emergency fund. As for travellers cheques no one i know of uses it.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Good shout mate

@bluedevilz7732 3 жыл бұрын

I am eagerly waiting to come back to Thailand. If Thailand get rid of the quarantine requirement, I will be the first to come back!

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Nice

@WillSmith-so1km 3 жыл бұрын

I always use the yellow tts. I don't know if it's true or not but a ex pat told me never exchange money at the weekend. The rate is always better midweek. As for the hooters girls. Great eye candy that's about all

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Great tip!

@KIngSpades12 3 жыл бұрын

Once travel reopens, would you cinsider doing meetups at a bar, park etc with your followers?

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

100% yes

@richardreitmeyer2504 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your videos its pleasure watching and 2 questions, if I have been vaccinated with the 2 shots do I or will I still have to quarantine for 2 weeks when entering country and so many tattoo parlors to choose any suggestions. Thanks again.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Quarantine is likely to be reduced to 7 days soon and poss scrapped 1st July if you have vaccinations. Tattoo coming soon

@ironeagle3211 3 жыл бұрын

11:28 , 20:01 , enjoyed this video, informative with lots of entertainment. I have a few ideas, shall write to you soon. Take care, buddy.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you! please send to 247pattaya@gmail.com

@st8pl8guy 3 жыл бұрын

I've always liked TT Exchange. They are all over Pattaya and usually have a rate within 1 baht of the top rate. Beware! There are lots of other exchange booths with a similar color scheme and name, but much worse rates.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@Pallarenda 3 жыл бұрын

How did you learn thai?....coming to live there soon.... wondering what would be the best way to learn and if reading ability is needed🙄

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

I just keep asking and asking and try to remember.

@normrathmann9487 3 жыл бұрын

I remember a side street off Walking street they had revolving bars,are they still there,also noticed the Lek hotel,stayed there quite a few times.Love your vids,brings back so many memories.Cheers Norm

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Carousel Bar.... closed now for good

@NameName-do9hj 3 жыл бұрын

Even though it hardly ever worked shame it's gone for ever :( that has been there for 30 years I never went there but I used to love BJ Bar that was next to it

@nicholasarcher2503 3 жыл бұрын

I've had a problem in the past trying to change currency which is damaged or has been written on but i agree despite the risks you will get a better exchange rate with cash

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah me too, was a nightmare

@rickstar101 3 жыл бұрын

If you're travelling to Thailand frequently, best to open a bank account there when you get there through an agency (such as KeyVisa, very helpful) and transfer the money from your account at home to your Thai account via TransferWise. Take cash with you at your own risk, I've had some taken from my hotel safe (not all, but a couple notes, thanks to the cleaners that I've tipped) once so be very careful. My favourite Indian restaurant is Everest out the back of Retox Soi Honey!

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Good tip!

@stefano3655 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Trevor ☺️ Question can open an kasikorn bank account since I can't provide a prof of residency since I am planning a nearly 3months holiday and mostly I would like to travel around Isaan region. Or is there any way around it or other methods to care money? Thank you 😊

@Buzzinpattaya 2 жыл бұрын

A few agents here can help overcome your situation mate

@nevillekettle1823 Жыл бұрын

Just pickup a Thai GF Stefano. She will help with all of your banking. 🙂

@grahamjohnson4702 Жыл бұрын

@@nevillekettle1823 She will help you spend it for sure

@manosparavida3551 3 жыл бұрын

I always used the yellow exchange booths, particularly the one near Arcon Bar. I've used the curry house you mentioned, albeit 6-7 yrs ago. But the best chicken Madras I've had on the planet was in New plaza about halfway through. Best English breakfast used to be in the butcher's arms. Now sadly gone. Best and least costly eatery in Pattaya is on Soi Buakaou, nearly opposite Sugar A Go-go going towards Oasis ago-go Sometimes referred to as the tin cup cafe. Meals from 30 baht, but it's 90% Thai cuisine, which I love. Yet to find my favourite bar. Far too many to mention. Best accommodation is the first I ever stayed in, Flipper Lodge hotel, Soi 8 back in February, '07.But strangely never been back in 9-10 subsequent visits. Not even been to Thailand in 5+ years. Missing Pat's, big-time.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Great comment thanks for sharing

@popicorn99 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as usual and some really helpful interesting information. Be interested to know if there is any interest gained on holding a Thai bank account or any charges?

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate and yes you get interest, but like 0.000001% lol

@geoffreydavies6570 3 жыл бұрын

I live in Thailand and I use TransferWise now known as wise, and 9 times out of 10 the money is in my bankok bank before I've put my phone down🥴

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

same here mate

@nicholasroberts275 3 жыл бұрын

Do you get a card the same day when you open a bank account

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@PeterEdwards45 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Trev, good info. I always used to take 3 types of money, some Tbht. an atm card and travellers Cheques, now harder to cash TCs , I was in Pattaya about 20 years ago when ALL atms were down for the day , a friend of mine was having a big fight in the street with a bar girl because he could not pay her. Very nasty. It was only my TCs that got him out of trouble. Now i carry a travellers cash atm card, many types including Qantas ,I link it to my home account.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@raginshaw2020 3 жыл бұрын

TT is always a good place, good rates, great service 👍. I ask the exchange girl to dinner and had a good evening.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff

@severe79 2 жыл бұрын

First time I visited Thailand in Jomtien, I took a taxi from Suvarnabhumi airport, I saw a family of 5 riding on ONE motorbike.....wtf... :D

@Buzzinpattaya 2 жыл бұрын

lol, only 5 there's room for the dog as well lol

@RonskiB 3 жыл бұрын

Can you open an account in a Thai bank without having a Thai address and transfer your money into it to use when on holiday?

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

You need a proof of residency, but here, anything is possible if you ask in a VISA company for example

@MB-rf8kw 3 жыл бұрын

@@Buzzinpattaya let’s say I have a friend who will volunteer his address in Bangkok verbally is that going to be enough ? Trev when you say visa company what do you mean. I’ll arrive in May after quarantine in BKK and want to deposit my cash somewhere for safety

@clintan50 3 жыл бұрын

I also wonder what "VISA company" means ?

@nobodymanjustme2402 3 жыл бұрын

Won’t be coming to Thailand be going to watch European champions so I’ll make my way to Thailand after the football like you said Trevor in July opening shame it wasn’t before because I would have watched the football in the Thailand bars see what happens good job Trevor god bless 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿👍

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate have a great time

@alanpodmore2023 3 жыл бұрын

Well done Trevor

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@lesduthie2147 3 жыл бұрын

Just a question. Those of you in the US and UK who are well into the vaccination program. Do you receive any certification to prove you have been vaccinated. As it looks like this will be required for international travel. Passport endorsements have even been mentioned.

@mikerowe8548 3 жыл бұрын

yes you get like a medical card with record.

@philroberts1745 3 жыл бұрын

I believe currently you get a card as physical confirmation, and the information goes on your NHS medical record which can be accessed by any doctor (as is the case when you receive any vaccine or treatment here in the UK). So when the time comes - when it is decided by government(s) what format the "vaccine passport" will take (most likely as an addition to the pre-existing NHS app we have on our phones) - the confirmation will be able to be retrieved and transferred/stored in the agreed upon digital format. If it were required right now, you could always just get a confirmation letter or certificate from your GP to travel, as has been the case for many years with things like Yellow Fever vaccinations etc required to visit certain places. There is nothing new here except the terminology: "vaccine passport."

@PittsVegas 3 жыл бұрын

Here in the USA they are giving you a hand written post card that looks like it’s from 1960 🤦🏻‍♂️ not sure what they are planning for some type of digital proof/vaccine passport, if they are planning that at all.

@philroberts1745 3 жыл бұрын

@@PittsVegas surely that card is just for you to take away, though. The fact that you have been vaccinated will go on your medical record, I'm sure. They do actually take your personal details, right?

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

I guess you must have to have some proof

@darrenaustralia3623 3 жыл бұрын

TT CURRENCY THE BEST

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

agreed

@scubasausage 3 жыл бұрын

I always go over the counter at Krungsri bank, usually at the one in central festival. You dont have any limits on how much you can withdraw, no fees and the rate tends to be better than other places. I have used travellers cheques in Thailand but not since 2008, I dont know if anyone out there still takes them. I agree with avoiding ATM's but if you do use one you usually get a voucher for a free can of coke in Family Mart lol.

@Buzzinpattaya 3 жыл бұрын

Great comment thanks for sharing