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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.

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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 2022-10-02 by Staff Writer 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 (2022) 2022-11-29 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

Thailand Tourist Visas: Requirements, Extensions, Costs, and More!

2022-12-232022-11-10 by John Wolcott

If you’re planning your trip to Thailand and trying to figure out which Thailand tourist visa you’ll need, then you’ve landed on the right page. … Read more

How to Pick the Best Travel Insurance for Your Thailand Trip

2022-12-222022-11-02 by Kelly Dunning

When you travel to Thailand, one of the things we usually think about while planning a trip is about whether to not should you get … Read more

The Complete Guide to Air Pollution in Bangkok: PM2.5, Air Purifiers, Masks, and More

2022-10-282022-10-27 by John Wolcott

I’m sure you’ve heard it. The pollution in Bangkok can be bad–really bad. So bad, in fact, that the government is thinking about seeding the … Read more

Thailand Business: Filing a PND 50 Annual Income Tax Return

2022-10-24 by Anne Som

The PND 50, also referred to by some as the Corporate Income Tax (CIT) 50, is a tax return form that needs to be filed … Read more

Renting a Car in Thailand: What You Need to Know

2022-12-222022-10-23 by Staff Writer

Renting a car is a great way to explore the Kingdom of Thailand, especially if you’re not staying in Bangkok. Having a car in Thailand … Read more

My Personal Tricks on How to Learn The Thai Language Fast

2022-11-032022-10-20 by Ben Kenyon

Hi, my name is Ben. I began my new life in Thailand for about 2 years ago and have faced many challenges whilst being here, … Read more

Bangkok Muay Thai Gyms: Costs, Reviews, and Locations

2022-10-052022-10-05 by Matt Lucas

I first came to Thailand to train Muay Thai in 2007. The landscape of the sport was different. The internet hadn’t yet entrenched itself into … Read more

How to Choose the Right Retirement Home in Thailand

2022-10-272022-10-05 by Anchalee Koboon

A step-by-step guide on picking the right place for you or your loved one.

Moving To Thailand: A Guide for Expats to Live Here

2023-02-032022-10-02 by Staff Writer

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

Opening a Thai Bank Account: A Guide for Expats and Tourists

2022-12-312022-10-02 by Karsten Aichholz

One of the first and most essential things expats need to figure out in Thailand is how to open a bank account. You need it … Read more

How to Get a Residence Certificate in Thailand

2022-11-042022-10-01 by John Wolcott

There I was, crammed in the same tiny photocopying room for the second time in just ten minutes. The young kid working behind the copier … Read more

Thailand Permanent Residence: Cost, Requirements, and Procedure

2022-11-062022-09-28 by Staff Writer

Are you thinking about living in Thailand permanently? If so, Thailand permanent residence might be something to look into. It gives you the right to … Read more

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