Transfer money from the UK to Thailand

Who can use it?

Anyone with a UK bank account can transfer funds into a Bangkok Bank account in Thailand using this service. People who receive a regular payment or pension from the UK government or a private UK organization may find it particularly useful.

Benefits

Lower fees than most other international transfer services offered in the UK
A quick and convenient way to transfer funds either online or over the counter at any bank in the UK
An easy way to receive your pension or salary payments directly into your Thai bank account

Instructions

Funds Transfer services will be available soon as there has been some changes to our terms and conditions. If you wish to enquire more information, please contact Bangkok Bank, London on 0207-929-4269 or e-mail london_operations@bangkokbank.com

How to receive payments from a UK-based state/private pension provider or company

If you currently receive UK-based payments such as a pension, annuity or salary, you can arrange for your payments to be directly deposited into your account at Bangkok Bank in Thailand via Bangkok Bank’s London branch.

How to apply

You will need to first register and obtain a unique reference number to send funds to Thailand via Bangkok Bank’s London branch. Registration can be made either in person or in writing with the following documentation and transaction details:

Copy of your passport – an original is preferred if visiting the London branch in person.
Proof of address – a recent utility bill or bank statement which bears your name and address. Original documentation will be returned upon completion of the funds transfer registration.
Copy of your Bangkok Bank passbook account – the account may be in your or another person’s name.
Details of the origin of funds – you will need to specify the name of the State/private pension provider or company where the funds originated.
Expected amount and frequency of funds transfers (single or recurring funds transfer) to Thailand.

The London branch will post a confirmation letter to you, including the unique reference number and registered bank details.
Provide the confirmation details to your state/private pension provider or company for them to process with each payment. Funds will be received in Thailand the next working day after the funds are received by Bangkok Bank in London.

For more information, please call Bangkok Bank London's Customer Service Department on 0207-929-4269, e-mail london_operations@bangkokbank.com, or write to Bangkok Bank PCL London Branch, Exchequer Court, 33 St. Mary Axe, London EC3A 8BY.

Fees and conversion options

The following fees are charged for fund transfers initiated via the Faster Payments Service or BACS:

	Conversion Options (Select the appropriate "clearing service accounts" or indicate your preference when registering for the service with Bangkok Bank, London)
	When transferring funds in Baht: 92 00 10 00	When transferring funds in Pound Sterling: 92 00 20 00
Exchange rate applied	Pounds Sterling converted to Thai Baht using the London Branch's exchange rate	Pounds Sterling converted to Thai Baht using the daily TT buying rate at Bangkok
Transfer fees (Bangkok Bank London branch)	GBP 15	GBP 20
Transfer fees (Bangkok Bank Thailand)	No transfer fees	An additional international fee of 0.25% of the transferred amount will be deducted by Bangkok Bank Thailand before crediting funds to recipient account (minimum 200Bt, maximum 500Bt).

Funds will be received in Thailand the next working day after the funds are received by Bangkok Bank in London.

FAQs

1. What is Faster Payment?
Faster Payments Service helps UK member banks make fast electronic payments between member institutions. Customers can transfer funds by phone or online banking immediately, or make regular same-day standing order payments on bank working days.

2. What is BACS?
BACS (Bankers Automated Clearing Services) is a cost effective and secure UK nationwide electronic payment system which involves a three-day process.

3. As a sender, how will I know whether a payment can be initiated through Faster Payment or BACS?
Your UK internet banking service will give you the option. If it doesn’t give you an option, contact your bank in the UK.

4. I am not able to do make funds transfer like before, what happened?
Due to changes in our terms and conditions and for the purpose of security, please contact Bangkok Bank London for more information on 0207-929-4269 or e-mail london_operations@bangkokbank.com.

5. After I transfer funds using Faster Payment or BACS, when will the recipient account at Bangkok Bank in Thailand be credited?
Provided the details you have quoted on your payment are correct, the funds will be credited to your account in Thailand on the next working day after they are received at our London Branch. (BACS Payment involves a three-day process.)

6. How much more does it cost to receive funds via Faster Payment/BACS?
Please see the fees and conversion options table for the latest fee information.

7. Can I choose a conversion option which gives me a better rate?
You can elect to exchange your funds into THB either at our London Branch or have the funds transferred to your account in Thailand in GBP. The GDP funds can then be converted at the TT rate in Thailand.

8. Can my pension/state benefit be sent via the Faster Payments Service?
Yes, you can arrange with your pension provider to send your pension via the Faster Payments Service – simply give them the relevant instructions.

If you currently receive UK-based payments such as a pension, annuity or salary, you can arrange for your payments to be directly deposited into your account at Bangkok Bank in Thailand via Bangkok Bank’s London branch.

How to apply

You will need to first register and obtain a unique reference number to send funds to Thailand via Bangkok Bank’s London branch. Registration can be made either in person or in writing with the following documentation and transaction details:

Copy of your passport – an original is preferred if visiting the London branch in person.
Proof of address – a recent utility bill or bank statement which bears your name and address. Original documentation will be returned upon completion of the funds transfer registration.
Copy of your Bangkok Bank passbook account – the account may be in your or another person’s name.
Details of the origin of funds – you will need to specify the name of the State/private pension provider or company where the funds originated.
Expected amount and frequency of funds transfers (single or recurring funds transfer) to Thailand.

The London branch will post a confirmation letter to you, including the unique reference number and registered bank details.
Provide the confirmation details to your state/private pension provider or company for them to process with each payment. Funds will be received in Thailand the next working day after the funds are received by Bangkok Bank in London.

For more information, please call Bangkok Bank London's Customer Service Department on 0207-929-4269, e-mail london_operations@bangkokbank.com, or write to Bangkok Bank PCL London Branch, Exchequer Court, 33 St. Mary Axe, London EC3A 8BY.

The following fees are charged for fund transfers initiated via the Faster Payments Service or BACS:

	Conversion Options (Select the appropriate "clearing service accounts" or indicate your preference when registering for the service with Bangkok Bank, London)
	When transferring funds in Baht: 92 00 10 00	When transferring funds in Pound Sterling: 92 00 20 00
Exchange rate applied	Pounds Sterling converted to Thai Baht using the London Branch's exchange rate	Pounds Sterling converted to Thai Baht using the daily TT buying rate at Bangkok
Transfer fees (Bangkok Bank London branch)	GBP 15	GBP 20
Transfer fees (Bangkok Bank Thailand)	No transfer fees	An additional international fee of 0.25% of the transferred amount will be deducted by Bangkok Bank Thailand before crediting funds to recipient account (minimum 200Bt, maximum 500Bt).

Funds will be received in Thailand the next working day after the funds are received by Bangkok Bank in London.

1. What is Faster Payment?
Faster Payments Service helps UK member banks make fast electronic payments between member institutions. Customers can transfer funds by phone or online banking immediately, or make regular same-day standing order payments on bank working days.

2. What is BACS?
BACS (Bankers Automated Clearing Services) is a cost effective and secure UK nationwide electronic payment system which involves a three-day process.

3. As a sender, how will I know whether a payment can be initiated through Faster Payment or BACS?
Your UK internet banking service will give you the option. If it doesn’t give you an option, contact your bank in the UK.

4. I am not able to do make funds transfer like before, what happened?
Due to changes in our terms and conditions and for the purpose of security, please contact Bangkok Bank London for more information on 0207-929-4269 or e-mail london_operations@bangkokbank.com.

5. After I transfer funds using Faster Payment or BACS, when will the recipient account at Bangkok Bank in Thailand be credited?
Provided the details you have quoted on your payment are correct, the funds will be credited to your account in Thailand on the next working day after they are received at our London Branch. (BACS Payment involves a three-day process.)

6. How much more does it cost to receive funds via Faster Payment/BACS?
Please see the fees and conversion options table for the latest fee information.

7. Can I choose a conversion option which gives me a better rate?
You can elect to exchange your funds into THB either at our London Branch or have the funds transferred to your account in Thailand in GBP. The GDP funds can then be converted at the TT rate in Thailand.

8. Can my pension/state benefit be sent via the Faster Payments Service?
Yes, you can arrange with your pension provider to send your pension via the Faster Payments Service – simply give them the relevant instructions.

"Treating Customers Fairly" Policy

Bangkok Bank’s London branch maintains an active policy of "Treating Customers Fairly", in line with industry practice and guidance by the UK Financial Service Authority. Details of the policy and a list of terms and conditions are available upon request at the branch.

A cost-effective way to transfer money from the UK

Sending money from the UK to Thailand is faster and more cost-effective via the Bangkok Bank London branch using the UK Faster Payments Service or BACS.

How to receive payments from a UK-based state/private pension provider or company

Fees and conversion options

FAQs