Saran Lhawpongsawad If you live in Thailand, or you move money into Thailand to support your lifestyle here, you’ve probably heard a lot of mixed advice about Thai tax filing. In a recent session run by Expat Tax Thailand, Cal Turner (Expat Tax Thailand) and Khun Wanaphan (Thai barrister, Expat Tax Thailand) broke down the rules in … Read more
If you are working in Thailand, chances are you are already in the Thailand Social Security system. Then, there’s a big decision you have to make: “Should I buy additional private insurance, or should I just rely solely on Social Security?” To help you make an informed decision, this guide compares all the key factors, … Read more
In my opinion, the long-term resident visa in Thailand, also known as the LTR visa, is one of the best visas available to expats in Thailand. It’s a 10-year visa that comes with unique benefits. For example, you get a special 17% income tax rate instead of 35%. You also only need to file a … Read more
On September 18, 2023, the Thailand Revenue Department announced a new tax regulation on its website: “Starting January 1, 2024, a Thai tax resident who brings foreign-earned income into Thailand must pay Thailand income tax.” This is a big change to Thai income tax regulations because expats never had to pay Thai income tax on … Read more
Are you planning a trip to Chiang Mai? Renting a car isn’t just convenient; it’s also a fun way to explore the region, especially if you enjoy driving in mountainous areas. Fresh air, lush green scenery, winding roads, and the occasional steep incline are all part of the experience when driving here. In this article, … Read more
When you are looking to buy car insurance, sooner or later, you should find Dhipaya Insurance in your search. You will also quickly be attracted by their insurance premiums, which are lower than many providers but still offer similar coverage. But should you really buy it? In this review article, I’m going to show you … Read more
Muang Thai Insurance is one of the biggest and oldest insurance companies in Thailand. They have been in the market since 1932, providing a wide range of insurance products, ranging from car insurance and health insurance to business insurance. I was insured with Muang Thai Insurance for their car insurance and would like to give … Read more
For a lot of expats, riding a motorbike in Thailand doesn’t seem like a great idea. However, there are benefits to owning a motorcycle here. It’s cheap, easy to maintain, fun, and can dramatically decrease your time spent in traffic. It can also be dangerous to ride a motorcycle in Thailand. So if you plan … Read more
Everyone, no matter tourist or expat, has wondered if drinking tap water in Thailand is safe. In fact, it’s one of the most popular questions we’ve received since launching Thailand Starter Kit nearly a decade ago. Well, there’s a good reason why so many people ask this question: water is an important part of our … Read more
When you live in Bangkok, you need to regularly go to the immigration office in Chaeng Wattana for everything related to your visa. The exception is if you work at a BOI-promoted company. In that case, you need to go to the One-Stop Service at One Bangkok instead. Since the immigration office is located out … Read more