Bangkok Bank’s B2,000 e‑Savings minimum sparks outcryBangkok Bank has come under heavy criticism after announcing a new requirement that all e‑Savings accounts must maintain a minimum balance of 2,000 baht from April 9, or customers will be unable to withdraw or transfer funds. Under the new rule, any transaction that would reduce the balance below 2,000 baht will be blocked. Bangkok Bank urged customers to check their balances before making transactions and to top up their accounts if needed to ensure uninterrupted use of the e‑Savings product. Others said they planned to withdraw their money and close their accounts before the new rule takes effect. E‑Savings accounts are opened digitally through the bank’s mobile application and do not have a physical passbook, a feature that has made them popular for small deposits and light use.

Source: Bangkok Post March 09, 2026 15:23 UTC