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Guides for Expats in Thailand

Want to live in Thailand? On this page you’ll find common topics that will help you overcome the challenges of living, working, retiring, and starting businesses in Thailand. Be sure to check back every month as we add new posts about becoming an expat in Thailand.

Essential Reading

Here are some of the most important guides you must read when moving to Thailand:

Moving To Thailand: A Guide for Expats to Live Here 2023-02-05 by Richard McCully An in-depth guide to making this Southeast Asian country your new home. ... Read more
Health Insurance in Thailand: What You Need to Know as an Expat in 2022 2022-05-20 by Karsten Aichholz Your most-likely reason for getting health insurance in Thailand is that you want to safeguard yourself against costly medical care.… ... Read more
My Personal Tricks on How to Learn The Thai Language Fast 2022-10-20 by Ben Kenyon Hi, my name is Ben. I began my new life in Thailand for about 2 years ago and have faced… ... Read more
Thailand Elite Visa Review: What You Should Know Before Applying (2023) 2023-03-07 by Saran Lhawpongsawad Have you heard of the Thailand Elite Visa? It was introduced in 2003 after the Thai government approved the Thailand… ... Read more
An In-Depth Guide to Renting an Apartment in Bangkok 2022-04-19 by Karsten Aichholz Before I first moved to Bangkok, I looked up some places online. It didn’t take me long to come across… ... Read more
How to Send Money to Thailand: The Fast, Cheap, Reliable Way 2021-12-15 by Karsten Aichholz Sending money to Thailand can be a tricky matter. Between international transfer fees and hidden fees in exchange rates, you… ... Read more
The Company Registration Guide in Thailand for Foreigners 2022-09-13 by Staff Writer Do you have the next great business plan and want to register your company in Thailand? Foreigners are attracted to… ... Read more
An Expat’s Guide to Finding Work in Thailand 2021-11-30 by Patrick Limcaco Is finding a job in Thailand easy or hard? This depends on who you ask or what you read. For… ... Read more
Shipping to Thailand: Services, Costs, and Customs 2021-08-25 by Staff Writer Shipping a letter or package to Thailand? Moving to Thailand and need to send all your belongings here? You’re probably… ... Read more

Best Places for Yoga Retreats in Thailand

2023-02-202023-02-20 by Jaymi Holt

Going on a yoga retreat in Thailand is a popular way to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse oneself in a … Read more

Thailand Hospitals: What to Do When You Need Medical Treatment

2023-03-082023-02-19 by Louise Marchand

Sooner or later you’re going to have to visit a hospital in Thailand. Maybe you’ll come down with the flu. Maybe you’ll have an accident. … Read more

The Complete Guide to Invest in Thailand as an Expat

2023-03-082023-02-09 by Louise Marchand

Thailand is one of the largest economies in Southeast Asia. And its modern infrastructure – including airports, seaports, well-connected roads, and railway system – ensures … Read more

The Complete Guide to Online Dating Sites in Thailand

2023-02-062023-02-06 by Patrick Taylor

There’s relatively little social stigma about meeting people online in Thailand, particularly among 20- and 30-somethings. Whereas it was once looked down upon as the … Read more

Dating in Thailand for Single Expats: How and Where to Meet Single Thais

2023-02-062023-02-06 by Patrick Taylor

Let’s get one thing out of the way before we begin: this isn’t going to be one of those articles. Plenty of people come to … Read more

Moving To Thailand: A Guide for Expats to Live Here

2023-02-062023-02-05 by Richard McCully

An in-depth guide to making this Southeast Asian country your new home.

Thai SIM Cards: Plans, Data, Price, and Registration

2023-03-062023-02-02 by John Wolcott

It was a ritual every year. I’d turn my phone off at JFK International Airport and wouldn’t turn it back on again until I returned … Read more

Affordable English-Language International Schools in Bangkok

2023-02-062023-01-28 by John Wolcott

Save hundreds of thousands of baht on education costs each year.

The Complete Guide to Getting Dental Implants in Thailand

2023-02-202023-01-25 by Staff Writer

Getting dental implants is a big deal. If done well, It will be a procedure that you need to undergo only once because it is … Read more

How Our Family Spends 82,464 Baht a Month in Thailand in 2023

2023-01-232023-01-23 by John Wolcott

A detailed look at our monthly living expenses.

How to Safely Drive in Thailand

2023-03-092023-01-20 by Jonathan Milman

Tips to keep you safe while operating a motor vehicle in the country’s urban and rural areas.

The Complete Guide to Withholding Tax in Thailand

2023-01-16 by Anne Som

In Thailand, registered companies are required to file withholding income tax returns for services purchased from individuals or juristic persons. The withholding income rate is … Read more

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