Everything you need to know before moving to Thailand.
Real costs, honest visa guides, healthcare, banking, and city comparisons. Covered without the fluff.
$800/mo
Live in Bangkok comfortably from
50+
Nationalities living in Thailand long term
60 days
Visa-free entry for most Western passports
3
Main visa paths for long-term stays
Expat guides
Explore the guides
From visa options to cost of living: the practical guides most expat blogs get wrong.
Looking for a place to stay in Thailand?
Browse nomad-friendly hotels with fast WiFi and proper workspaces on Trip.com.
Living in Thailand, answered honestly.
The questions expats and long-term travellers actually ask, with real answers, not tourism-board copy.
Not sure where to start?
Start with the cost of living guide. It gives you the clearest picture of what your budget actually looks like on the ground.
If you need to understand your visa options first, the Thailand Visa Guide covers every path available.
- Cost of Living Guide
- Real numbers for Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket. Three budget levels, no guessing.
- Visa Guide
- Every visa path explained: tourist, LTR, Elite, and retirement, with honest pros and cons.
💰
🛂