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As Bangkok gets more and more modern every minute, the days of cash-only stores and restaurants may soon be numbered. OK, your khao soi guy may not be whipping out an iPad cash register yet, give him a few years. While pad thai is still a cold hard Baht situation, the rest of the city is getting serious about credit.
Don’t get left in the digital dust. Apply for a card that will keep you up to speed and earn you sweet perks in the meantime. We’ll break down how you can cash in on credit in the Kingdom, no matter what you’re into.
As an expat over here in Bangkok, you’ve discovered that your financial needs — big and small— aren’t the same as they were back in your motherland. From paying bills to investing, you have to deal with things differently these days. That’s where the perfect bank and credit cards come into play.
If you go with Citi, once-difficult transactions like transferring across countries gets a whole lot easier. Make those transfers instantly* with Citi Global Transfers service. That’s 24 hours a day, seven days a week with no handler’s fee. For managing your finances while living the good life abroad, things don’t get much better than that.
* subject to the destination country
When it comes to credit, pick a card that offers convenience with a range of epic perks too. Hopping back and forth between home and the Kingdom? Some of the credit card options from Citi are a dream for travelers, complete with loads of opportunities to earn miles for your purchases.
Some cards make life sweet. We’re talking cash rebates at gas stations, exclusive parking privileges at top shops, 24 hour roadside assistance.
Don’t feel like getting behind the wheel before a big trip abroad? Cash in on the free limousine service from your house to the airport when you use the Citi Travel Service to book your flight.
Did the opening of The EmQuartier bring a tear to your eye? Does your heart flutter when you pass Siam Paragon? You’re going to want to go with a credit card that celebrates the shopaholic inside of you. Citi has cards delivering discounts at top Bangkok shopping spots topped with exclusive experiences like free facials.
There are lots of cards to choose from, and lots of benefits to win, benefits like free golf, Citi Rewards points with no expiration, worldwide airport lounge perks. The list goes on and on. The perks alone are great, then there’s the added bonus of fast transactions, and freeing yourself from carrying around a bunch of Baht all the time.
Take a look at the range of Citi goodies that can be particularly awesome for you during your time abroad. Citi accounts get you hooked up with a savings account that’s easy to open and free of ATM fees in Thailand and Citi ATMs worldwide. You can easily open savings account in eight foreign currencies too.
The beauty of the Citi brand is that it unlocks a world of Global Banking services guaranteed to keep life running smoothly, no matter where you are. Their wealth management partners have your back whether you’re investing your money locally or internationally, making instant transfers, or hitting up one of the 4,000 branches. And the perks go on.
It doesn’t take a whole lot of effort to get set up with the perfect card for you. You just need a minimum income of 80,000 THB per month and a copy of a few legal documents whether you’re working for a classic company or self-employed. Before you know it, you’ll be swiping your way to discounts, free stuff, and a strong sense of satisfaction.
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