Thailand Starter Kit Premium

Stop guessing your way through life in Thailand

Never worry about all the things you need to handle while living here. We show you how to build your community, set up your life, and thrive in Thailand, hassle-free. Here’s just some of what you’ll learn:

  • Answers to almost any Thailand problem, at your fingertips
  • How to find affordable housing in the best neighborhoods
  • Easy, automated ways to manage your money as an expat
  • The best hospitals, insurance, and gyms in Thailand
  • How to stay long-term without the visa stress
  • How to build a community and make Thailand feel like home
Thailand Starter Kit Premium· Premium · A happy expat on a Bangkok condo balcony overlooking the city skyline
150+guides included
★★★★★Loved by expats
150+Exclusive Thailand guides
40%Typical rent you can negotiate off
60-dayMoney-back guarantee
Ad-freeReading, always
What you’ll master

A top-rated guide to every part of Thai life

Detailed, honest walkthroughs written by people on the ground here, with the real costs and the local shortcuts spelled out.

01A modern villa by a beach in Thailand

Find a place to live

What matters more than the perfect home? With Premium you’ll land a great place to rent or buy in a matter of days. We tell you which areas to live in, which condo developers to trust, and how to negotiate the price right down.

Negotiate rent down 40% Get 100% of your deposit back Which condo developers to trust Underrated neighborhoods
02A tuk-tuk on a Bangkok street

Avoid scams and overcharging

There are scams in everyday Thai life that can cost you real money. You’ll learn to spot and avoid them, and to save through strategies not even many local Thais know about. That adds up to serious savings, month after month.

20% off groceries 50% off your phone plan Spot common rental scams Beat foreigner pricing
03SuperRich currency exchange counter in Bangkok

Stay in control of your finances

We show you how to open a Thai bank account in about an hour, get the easiest credit card available to an expat, and save over $100 on international transfers. It’s easy to lose track of your money abroad, so we’ve got your back.

Open an account in ~1 hour Save $100+ on transfers Best exchange rates A card without a payslip
04Bangkok business district skyscrapers at Asok

Find the best jobs

Take control of your career in Thailand. You’ll discover opportunities that aren’t obvious otherwise and, whatever your profession, get the resources to give you a real edge over other applicants. Contrary to popular belief, teaching English is not your only option.

200k+ baht teaching roles 18 career paths mapped Expat-friendly companies Beat the applicant pile
05Jogging in a green Bangkok park

Stay fit and healthy

Many expats worry about their health after moving overseas. Our guides cover how to stay fit and covered in Thailand: which gyms to join, what insurance to get, and which hospitals to visit, so you’re never caught out in an emergency.

Gyms under 1,000 baht/mo Best hospitals & clinics The right insurance for you Public vs private care
06A happy expat enjoying life at a Thai temple

Stay in Thailand long-term

Immigration is every expat’s biggest headache. Premium saves you the time and stress: the embassies that are easiest to work with, the routes most people miss, and a much clearer path through the biggest visa hurdles.

Easiest embassies to apply at DTV & education routes PR interview prep Immigration etiquette that works
07Busy Sukhumvit street with the BTS Skytrain overhead

Get around like a pro

Getting around has never been easier. We show you how to move around Thailand like the locals, from motorcycle taxis and tuk-tuks to trains and planes, plus insider tricks that score you cheaper seats and better fares everywhere you go.

Save 30-60% on flights Up to 60% off hotels Cheaper taxis & rentals Business-class tricks
08Expats networking at an event in Bangkok

Make connections

Finding a community is never easy in a new place. We show you how to build your own network, plug into the right groups, and genuinely thrive here. And when you need legal help, we show you how to find a good lawyer, negotiate fair rates, and even get free consultations.

Build your network fast Plug into expat groups Find a fair lawyer Free legal consultations
✦ Included with membership

Your Thailand relocation toolkit

The biggest thing we’re adding to Premium. A suite of smart, members-only tools built on our verified Thailand guides that turn your situation into a clear plan in minutes. Several are already live.

Not sure which visa, or what it’ll really cost?

Start with the tools. Answer a few questions and each one hands you a concrete answer for your exact situation, then points you to the guides that go deeper.

  • Built on TSK’s verified, up-to-date guides
  • Every result links to the guide behind it
  • No spreadsheets, no guesswork, just a plan
Live

Visa finder

Answer a few questions and get the visa routes that actually fit your age, income, and plans, ranked by how easy they are.

Live

Cost-of-living estimator

A realistic monthly budget for your city, neighborhood, and lifestyle, built from real expat spending, not guesses.

Live

Neighborhood matcher

Tell it your budget and what matters to you and it shortlists the Bangkok, Chiang Mai, or Phuket areas that fit.

Move planner

Enter your move date and get a dated, personalized to-do list, from documents to pack to your first week after you land.

Document helper

Understand the Thai forms in front of you, what each field wants, and what to bring, before you queue at the office.

More on the way

The toolkit keeps growing, and every new tool lands in your membership automatically.

Included in your Premium and Business membership at no extra cost.

More than articles

Premium works alongside you, month after month

Beyond the library, you get real help from our team and a monthly briefing built for the month ahead in Thailand.

Included

Premium email support

Moving abroad throws up questions no guide can fully anticipate. As a member you can email our team anytime and get a clear, accurate answer for your exact situation, fast.

  • Ask us anything about life in Thailand
  • Answered by real people who live here
  • Detailed, sourced, and easy to act on
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Monthly premium newsletter

One members-only email a month that gets you ready for the weeks ahead in Thailand, so nothing catches you off guard and you never miss a deal worth having.

  • Exclusive deals on expat services
  • Month-ahead brief: visa changes, holidays, events
  • The newest exclusive guides worth your time
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“The best and most helpful Thailand resource on the web. Very detailed reports that show the pros and cons, so I can make my own decision.”

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“My go-to resource when it comes to reliable, in-depth information on any expat matter. It has saved me a huge amount of time and second-guessing.”

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“Very helpful, trustworthy, and easily digestible. I’d recommend it to anyone intending to move abroad, newbies, and people who’ve lived here for years.”

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No surprises

The exact list of guides you can access

Every title below is included the moment you join. Business members get everything in Premium, plus the business libraries and services.

Premium

Included with Premium

146 guides
Accommodation27 guides
Money & Finance19 guides
Health & Wellness15 guides
Visas & Immigration12 guides
Finding Work in Thailand14 guides
Working in Thailand Series18 guides
Everyday Living14 guides
Travel & Transport5 guides
Shipping & Moving7 guides
Family & Kids4 guides
How to Successfully Transition Your Kids to Online School
Insider Tricks to Make Online Schooling Effective for Your Child
Online Schools vs Traditional School for Expat Families
Expat Life Essentials11 guides
Effective Strategies to Build Your Personal Network
How to Overcome Cultural Challenges as an Expat
How to Handle Key Legal Matters Beyond the Embassy’s Scope
Important Documents You Need to Always Have as an Expat
Recommended Job Search Websites for Various Industries
Recommended Jobs for Expats Abroad
How to Get a High-Paying Job Abroad as an Expat
Tips for Using Credit Cards Abroad
Best Travel Top-Up Cards for Expats and Remote Workers
What to Look at When Choosing Health Insurance for Expats and Digital Nomads
Business

Everything in Premium, plus Business

4 extra guides + services

Professional services (Business tier)

Hands-on help to get your company off the ground in Thailand.

  • Free 20-minute corporate lawyer consultation
  • Free 30-minute accountant consultation
  • Free content editing with an experienced copy editor
  • Help finding a supplier in China
Free vs Premium

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What you getFreePremiumBusiness
Free public guides & daily news✓✓✓
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Ad-free reading✕✓✓
Premium email support✕✓✓
Premium relocation tools✕✓✓
Monthly premium newsletter✕✓✓
Free 60-minute Thai class✕✓✓
Exclusive business guides✕✕✓
Lawyer + accountant consultations✕✕✓
Supplier-finding✕✕✓
Simple, transparent pricing

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  • 130+ exclusive guides across every library
  • Premium email support
  • Premium relocation tools
  • Monthly premium newsletter
  • Ad-free reading + free 60-min Thai class
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$6.67 USD / month
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  • Everything in Premium, plus:
  • Exclusive business guides
  • Free corporate lawyer + accountant calls
  • Content editing service
  • Help finding a supplier in China

60-day money-back guarantee

Apply what you learn and you’ll save far more than the membership costs. If you’re not satisfied for any reason, email us within 60 days of your purchase and we’ll refund 100% of your money. No forms, no hassle.

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Frequently asked questions

What exactly do I get with Premium?
130+ exclusive, in-depth Thailand guides across every library, premium email support, our relocation toolkit (visa finder, cost-of-living estimator, neighborhood matcher and more), the monthly premium newsletter, ad-free reading, and a free 60-minute 1:1 Thai class.
What’s the difference between Premium and Business?
Business includes everything in Premium, plus the exclusive business and career libraries (the full “Working in Thailand” series, Thai tax, and company guides) and professional services: free lawyer and accountant consultations, content editing, and supplier-finding.
How is this different from the free articles?
Free guides cover the basics. Premium goes deeper: exact costs, step-by-step walkthroughs, the pros and cons of every option, and the local shortcuts that save you real money. It’s also kept current as Thai rules and prices change.
Are the relocation tools included at no extra cost?
Yes. The relocation toolkit, including the visa finder, cost-of-living estimator, and neighborhood matcher, is part of your Premium and Business membership at no extra charge, with more tools rolling out.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. Cancel whenever you like, and the 60-day money-back guarantee means you can try Premium risk-free.
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