Opening a Thai Bank Account: A Guide for Expats and Tourists
By the end of this guide, you’ll find out about the documents and requirements you need to open an account, the best Thai banks for expats, and much more.
How to Send Money to Thailand: The Fast, Cheap, Reliable Way
ExpatDen’s complete guide to sending money to Thailand, covering Wise, Remitly, bank transfers, SWIFT codes, and the best method for every situation.
What It’s Like to Work with Carsten Creutzburg for Health Insurance
While searching for health insurance, I came across Carsten Creutzburg. Here’s my experience working with him.
Health Insurance in Thailand: What You Need to Know as an Expat in 2026
If you’ve ever met me, you know I am a pragmatic man. That’s why I started ExpatDen to begin with. And I firmly believe that … Read more
A Pragmatic Guide to Money and Dating in Thailand
It’s always tricky navigating money and relationships in Thailand. There are so many expats who are afraid to get into relationships because they hear the … Read more
A List of Popular Insurance Companies in Thailand
There are many insurance companies in Thailand. According to data from the Office of Insurance Commission (OIC), in Thailand, there are 24 insurance companies that … Read more
A Guide to Thailand’s Mandatory Health Insurance Rules for Retirees (2026)
When you start your research on getting a retirement visa for your retirement plan in Thailand, the very first stumbling block you will encounter is … Read more
A Guide to Online Grocery Shopping in Bangkok
Tired of eating noodle soup for breakfast, lunch, and dinner? Unwilling to shell out THB 490 for a spinach pizza at the food cart du jour? … Read more
The Real Cost of Owning a Car in Thailand in 2026
Are you planning to buy a car in Thailand and wondering how much it’ll cost you to own it per year? I’ve been driving in … Read more
What Is Por Ror Bor in Thailand and How to Make a Claim?
Por Ror Bor is basically compulsory third-party liability insurance in Thailand that every car in Thailand is legally required to renew every year under the … Read more
What Does THB50,000 (US$1,500) Monthly Budget Get You in Bangkok?
Do you have a monthly budget of THB50,000 (US$1,500) to live in Bangkok and wondering what kind of lifestyle you can live with this amount? … Read more
What Does THB50,000 (US$1,500) A Month Get You in Samut Prakan?
Samut Prakan is home to 1.3 million people, and I am but just one of them. You may be considering adding yourself to that number … Read more
