The Best Options for Long Term Visa in Thailand
If you want to live in Thailand long-term, your primary concern is going to be how to get a visa to make it possible. And unlike in the old days, making a life in Thailand isn’t as simple as grabbing a tourist visa from your local Royal Thai Embassy. In this article I will provide […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Expat Jobs in Thailand: 13 Different Roles for Foreigners
Thailand is such a great place to live that naturally there are lots of people who don’t want to wait until they retire to move here. The job market is not left completely wide open to foreigners, however. To work in Thailand legally as an expat requires a work permit and correct visa, plus the […]
Bangkok vs New York City: How Much Cheaper is BKK to Live In?
Let me kick this off bluntly. Bangkok is cheap. Really cheap. You could be struggling to get by on a moderate salary in New York City, then take that same income and live flat-out luxuriously in Bangkok. Let’s be fair: this is a loaded comparison. Bangkok vs New York City couldn’t be further apart on […]
Thailand LTR Visa: What to Know About the New Long Term Residents Visa
If you’re an expat already living in Thailand, a frequent visitor, or seriously considering moving abroad to live and work, the newly launched Thailand LTR visa has probably come across your radar. Emerging from 2 years of pandemic lockdowns and the resulting economic contraction, Thailand is doing the work to bring in foreign direct investment […]
How to Transfer Money To Thailand — And Back Again
Table of Contents Thailand is known for many wonderful qualities—an inviting culture, happy people, a relaxed vibe, mouth-watering food, inspired fashion and perhaps best of all, being cheap! But that doesn’t mean you won’t spend money here. In fact, because core necessities are so affordable while also on average very high-quality, restraint is a […]
The 8 Best Places to Live in Thailand For Expats
So here you are. You’ve been itching for a change, you’re thirsty for adventure, and you’re ready to break some comfort zones in pursuit of a new life of excitement and opportunity. You’ve poured over all the pros and cons of living in Thailand as reported by seasoned members of the expat community, and the […]
Living in Thailand Pros and Cons—The Definitive Expat’s Guide
Few places on Earth have an allure as vibrant and unique as Thailand’s. A visually stunning country in the heart of South East Asia, Thailand roughly measures up to California in terms of landmass, but its countless islands and geographical diversity make it feel like several worlds in one. From the energy of Bangkok to […]
Importing Pets to Thailand: The Complete Guide
“You may have many best friends but your dog only has one.” So how about moving your friend closer, to live with you in beautiful Thailand? It can look like a tough task, but once you go through this article with all regulations and necessities, you should be fine. In this article on Importing Pets […]
IT Jobs in Thailand: A Comprehensive Guide for Expats
It was only a couple of decades ago when the Thailand software industry was dominated by the corporate sector that outsourced development teams from the capital, Bangkok. The preeminence of multi-national organisations didn’t help Thailand’s image as an attractive proposition for smaller businesses and digital nomads. Jobs for foreigners were few and far between, and […]
Moving to Thailand – First 30 Days in Thailand
So you’ve decided to move to Thailand, the date is quickly approaching, but now you’re getting nervous thinking about all the little things you’ll need to take care of once you get here. Settling in to a new environment always involves a bit of culture shock. You’ve got many questions because you’re headed into uncharted […]