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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 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

Bangkok Cost of Living: How I Spend 80,658.52 Baht a Month (Update: January 2018)

2021-12-302018-01-09 by Karsten Aichholz

So, you’re thinking about making Thailand your home. It happens to all of us. We come here on vacation. We fall in love with the … Read more

Thailand Airport Transfers: Costs, Services, Locations, and More!

2021-12-302018-01-04 by Richard McCully

When arriving in Thailand, you may find yourself in need of an airport transfer, either to another location in Thailand or to a nearby country. … Read more

Christmas Dinner in Bangkok: Restaurants, Locations, and Prices

2021-12-302017-12-21 by John Wolcott

It was around seven thirty. The staff came out and lined up on the floor. I took a bite of my chicken, watching closely, then … Read more

Bangkok Swimming Classes: How to Pick the Right School for Your Kid

2021-12-302017-12-14 by John Wolcott

My one-year old daughter stood at the edge of the pool, knees bent and hesitant. I stood below her, in the pool, ready to catch … Read more

Thailand Writing Jobs: Research, Apply For, and Land A Writing Job

2022-07-252017-12-05 by Patrick Limcaco

When I first came to Thailand four years ago, I had a hard time landing a full-time writing job because I didn’t have a degree … Read more

A Guide to Visiting The Royal Crematorium in November

2021-12-302017-11-01 by John Wolcott

The Royal Crematorium will be open from November 2nd to 30th in Bangkok. Thais and foreigners will have the chance to explore the Royal Crematorium … Read more

Lonely Planet’s Thailand Travel Guide Review

2021-05-052017-08-29 by Staff Writer

The doors to the plane open and in wafts the air. It’s strong, pungent, swampy, and hot—hot, hot, hot. Welcome to Thailand, The Land of … Read more

Thailand Deals and Discounts: How to Save on Hotels, Flights and Food

2021-12-302017-07-18 by Karsten Aichholz

This is a short collection of discounts, deals and coupons I’ve come across for people visiting and living in Thailand. If you come across similar … Read more

Moneytis Review: Compare Fees & Speed of Money Transfers

Moneytis Review: Find the Cheapest Way to Send Money Abroad

2022-09-152017-06-06 by John Wolcott

Disclaimer: The article below includes partner links. I receive a financial compensation from people clicking on them. This happens at no cost to you and … Read more

Thai Language Books: A Review of Available Titles

2021-12-302017-03-02 by Matt Lucas

Books are probably the oldest way of learning a language and there are real benefits to them. You can see what’s on the page, it … Read more

The Way Thais Lead: A Book Review

2022-01-262017-02-13 by Karsten Aichholz

As a great many expatriates can attest, there is no shortage of cultural differences when it comes to comparing leadership styles in Thailand with what foreign … Read more

Five Tips for Driving Safely in Thailand

2020-08-272017-01-09 by Our Sponsor

Thailand can be a wonderful place to live, with good infrastructure, modern comforts and some of the most beautiful sites in Southeast Asia. However it … Read more

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