Relocation to Thailand
A guide to relocating to Thailand: visas, taxation, housing, education, healthcare and employment, with a personal Journey Manager and end-to-end support from Ocean.
A guide to relocating to Thailand: visas, taxation, housing, education, healthcare and employment, with a personal Journey Manager and end-to-end support from Ocean.
- CapitalBangkok
- Population~71.6 million
- LanguageThai · English widely spoken in business and tourist areas
- CurrencyThai baht (THB)
- Time zoneICT · approximately four hours ahead of Israel
- Flight from IsraelApproximately 11 hours by air
Why here and what to know
Visas and residency
Routes include an employment visa with a Work Permit, the LTR programme for eligible groups and DTV for approved activities.
Taxation
Tax residency may arise according to days of presence and income rules.
Economy and cost of living
Living costs are relatively affordable, but Bangkok and Phuket, international education and good insurance make a family move more expensive.
Housing
The housing market in Bangkok differs from other areas.
Education
Education options vary between Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket.
Healthcare
Arrange healthcare eligibility and health insurance according to your immigration and employment status, including interim coverage, the provider network and out-of-pocket contributions.
Community and culture
Bangkok has an expatriate community and international services.
Employment and business
Employment hubs vary between Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket.
Ocean's winning tip
Coordinate your legal status, work, education and budget before choosing an address. With experience since 1944 and a global network, your Ocean Journey Manager brings these together in one plan.
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