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If you live in Thailand or are planning to make Thailand your home, you should start here. On this page you’ll find a list of must-read articles and must-have services for Thailand expats.

The articles and services below will help you with applying for visas, finding work, moving, learning Thai, getting health insurance, and much more.

And if that’s not enough, you can also check out Thailand Starter Kit, the complete guide to helping you stay in Thailand long-term while saving thousands of dollars every year.

Recommended service providers for expats in Thailand:

  • ACS
    An international insurance company providing full health coverage and the option of lifetime renewal if you apply before the age of sixty.
  • Bumrungraj
    Get your health checkup done in a top-tier hospital in Thailand.
  • Iglu
    A visa and work permit assistant service for IT professionals who already have their own clients.
  • Moving Quotes
    Fill out the form to get quotes from international moving companies.
  • Real Estate Agents
    Get in touch with a real estate agent we feel comfortable recommending.
  • Thaipod101
    A great tool to study Thai Online. It includes step-by-step videos and podcasts that help you quickly speak and understand Thai.
  • Working in Thailand
    Our ebook showing you how to effectively get a job in Thailand based on the experiences of nineteen expats from various fields who work in Thailand.

Click here to see a complete list of all services you need as an expat in Thailand.

 

Recommended Articles for Thailand Expats

  • Thai Health Insurance: Here’s What You Need to Know as an Expat - When I wrote about my cost of living in Bangkok, a common question I got by email was: “Hey Karsten, what health insurance are you using?” If that’s all you… ...
  • moving to thailand Moving To Thailand: A Guide for Expats to Live Here - [thrive_leads id='5434'] From a new job to a new relationship, there are things that could draw you to live in Thailand, the Land of Smiles. This article aims to show… ...
  • renting bangkok An In-Depth Guide to Renting an Apartment in Bangkok - [thrive_leads id='5434'] Before I first moved to Bangkok, I looked up some places online. It didn’t take me long to come across an apartment that looked absolutely stunning. It seemed… ...
  • Learning Thai: Schools, Courses and Online Classes - When it comes to learning Thai language in Thailand, you have quite a few options. You can go to a physical school, so long as you have the free time.… ...
  • 2018 bangkok cost of living Bangkok Cost of Living: How I Spend 80,658.52 Baht a Month (Update: January 2018) - 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 food and the people and… ...
  • An In-Depth Guide to Thailand Visas: Applications, Requirements, and Extensions - Foreigners visit Thailand for different reasons. Certain visits require a Thai Visa, while some don’t. If you intend to stay long-term, this in-depth guide contains a comprehensive guideline, a list… ...
  • shipping to thailand Shipping to Thailand: Procedure, Costs, and Customs - International shipping is expensive. You want to make sure you make all the right steps so your package arrives at its destination on time and in tact. And you also… ...
  • an expats guide to finding work in thailand An Expat’s Guide to Finding Work in Thailand - Is finding a job in Thailand easy or hard? This depends on who you ask or what you read. For some people, Thailand is where you come for vacation. But… ...
  • thailand hospitals: what to do when you need medical treatment Thailand Hospitals: What to Do When You Need Medical Treatment - 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. Or, maybe you'll need a… ...
  • The Thai Legal System: A Primer for Expats and Tourists - Many visitors and long-time residents of Thailand don't always terribly accurate picture of the legal system. Most of it is probably shaped by what tends to get reported in the media… ...

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Latest Articles for Thailand Expats

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If you want to read more than just our tourist articles, you can find our full list of guides on this page.

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