r/MovingToThailand

I'm curious about people who moved to Thailand and eventually decided to start, buy, or operate a business here.

For those who have actually done it:

* What was the biggest surprise?

* Was Thailand easier or harder to do business in than you expected?

* What would you have researched more carefully before making the move?

* Did you choose Thailand mainly for lifestyle, business opportunities, or a combination of both?

* If you had to make the decision again today, would you still choose Thailand?

I'm especially interested in hearing from people who came to Thailand first for lifestyle reasons and only later became involved in business.

I'd appreciate real experiences — both positive and negative.

Hi !!! So im Thai but I went study abroad a lot in foreign countries. I wonder where all the foreigner
usually hangout? Im looking for a girl (pause) friend to hang out and chilling?? All my foreigner that i known in thailand and who is also a girl is basically my english school teacher so…. If any foreigners here know😭

A friend has been coming to Thailand for the past 15 years, each time 2/3 weeks and two to three times a year. Never over stayed and never extended.

However, stayed for two months once, march and April 2026 - and back now for another two months. So this time (today) he got stopped, questioned, asked about showing enough funds, return ticket, etc. The reason was because of this being the second time asking 2 months stay. Although he had everything, the additional officers that came in to assist in a decision were joking that Pattaya (as that is the first stop), need the client now… so boy and gals, sort your Visas!

I personally believe instead of given free visa to 90+ nationalities, the country need long term staying to apply for a visa, those fees could be put to a good use.

Hi! My partner and I are planning to move to Bangkok in a month but we are worried about insects and mosquitos carrying and transmitting diseases. We also heard snakes and wasps are out on the streets everywhere and it discourages us a little bit. Are these true, what are your experiences?

Edit: Thank you to everyone for your replies!

Hi, I'm from the USA, in June of 2027 I'll have obtained my state teaching license for elementary school, and my masters degree in education (1st through 5th grade).

I'll have a few years of teaching as a lead teacher in 2027, since I worked within schools as a lead teacher and teachers assistant before finishing my Masters.

I'm looking to move sometime near the end of 2027.

Has anyone in a similar situation recently moved, and have school recommendations, as well as informational on salary?

Should I start contacting international schools now, and is it likely I can sign a contract a year in advance?

Thank you!

I am looking forward to applying for admission this November. I have been looking for different universities with interdisciplinary studies and fully funded scholarships, and Thammasat University was a good choice. However, I saw an article saying a liberal arts degree at Thammasat is a waste of time. Now I am a bit stressed about whether I am doing the right thing. Please enlighten me

Hi guys, in February I’m planning to travel around Thailand for six months. I’m not location-dependent for work, but I do need to make phone calls regularly. Is there a way to call Europe from Thailand at a low cost? WhatsApp isn’t really an option since these are business calls.

Guys , please respect my opinion as i really need the job in thailand , i bought an degree from an agent and it is already attested in my home country mfa

The degree seems to be very legit but in reality it's not as i have mentioned above that i have bought it

I request you guys to please support me with your real experience and honest opinion as I am from very poor family background and this is only job i can do to support my family back home

I see a lot of people talk about Agoda and thought I should give it a try since I want to move to Thailand but looking at the positions and job descriptions they offer it doesn’t seem to fit I what do.

Are there other companies I can take a look at that also hires non thai worker (edit: I’m from the US and work in the tax mutual fund and investment area)

I’m leaving the US and moving to Thailand. I had a telecommunication appointment with a doctor to establish a plan of care and to start the process of getting an invitation from the hospital to receive treatment. This is needed in order to fulfill the “medical soft power” initiative for the DTV visa.

I told this Thai neurologist my plan and he very bluntly said “Are you sure?!?” And laughed. I told him “Yes, compared to how life is in the US, I’d prefer to move abroad.” He said he lived in the US for sometime — That’s great but why are you back in Thailand if you’re questioning my choice? He was nice enough and I don’t have any complaints about his character, but what do others feel about this comment?

I admittedly would’ve said the same to anyone who was moving from a perceptively better place than the US if they told me “I’m leaving X country and I’m moving to the USA”. I would’ve also said “are you sure?”

What do people here think about life in Thailand as it relates to the US? What do you think is good? What do I maybe not realize that is a factor of life there? I’m prepared for a drastic life change, but I like to go places where the quality of life is genuinely better.

Hey everyone!

Thailand has been at the top of my list for a long time now, and I'm hoping to make the move in the future to live and work remotely as a solo girl.

Before taking any big steps, I'd really love to hear from people who actually live there right now. How is the general vibe for solo female expats? Is it pretty easy to settle in, feel safe, and make friends?

Also, for someone's first time staying long term, where would you recommend starting out? I hear a lot about Chiang Mai vs Bangkok for remote work, but I'm open to any suggestions.

If you have any tips, things you wish you knew before moving, or just general thoughts, I’d super appreciate it,

Sawasdee kha 🙏🏻

My husband and I are moving are family to Hua Hin Thailand. We plan on either renting out a luxury house or a condo near the beach. I heard to expect scorpions and centipedes in homes. Are they known to come in the luxury homes? Just need to know what to expect because I have a 2 year old and soon to be one year old. Advice please?!?!

I've been researching leaving the US for about 7 years and FINALLY ready to pull the trigger. I just received a 6 figure inheritance and uncle Sam took 30% off the top straight away. But I have enough to live 2 years comfortable if I just wanted to chill but I decided to start a Transitioning Consultation business where I help others to have a soft landing when they decide to take the leap of faith. Flights are booked, luggage is semi packed. First stop BKK I decided to start out on tourist visa but then extend on ED visa up to one year I've already found the school and paid deposit and the school also assists expats with transitioning So I will be learning alot and sharing in my community (FtheUSAMove Abroad) as I learn and explore.

I'm thinking of living in Thailand for a few years. Can anyone recommend Visa agents inBangkok or Pattaya. Any advice appreciated.

Hi everyone, I’m from Northeast India and I’m thinking of moving to Thailand. I’m a trans woman and I’m currently looking for work there.

I’m open to different kinds of jobs and honestly just trying to figure out what my options are as an Indian/foreigner. I speak English and I’m willing to learn Thai. I’d be interested in things like communications, social media, research, hospitality, NGOs, etc.

If anyone here has experience working in Thailand as a foreigner, I’d really appreciate some advice on where to look, what kind of jobs are realistic, and how the visa/work permit situation works.

Also, if you know of any LGBTQ-friendly workplaces or organisations that hire foreigners, please let me know.

I’m trying to move out of India and start somewhere new, so any genuine leads or advice would mean a lot. Thank you :)

So, I’m thinking about making the move to Thailand. But I see so many diffrent numbers being thrown around, so I’ll try putting my specific numbers out here to ask for advice.

For context, I’m 45 years old and male from a Scandinavian country. All numbers are AFTER taxes.

Monthly fixed income: $1,600.
Monthly fixed insurance payout: $5,000.
Monthly average dividends from investments: $2,000.

Total: $8,600 per month after taxes.

I don’t work anymore (got sick unfortunately).

How could my life be in Thailand on this income (it will follow inflation until I’m 70, and after that it will do down quite a bit)?