Hans, 62 and an accountant, lives in a world of numbers and routine while he dreams of a life in Thailand full of sun and young women. Yet he does not dare to take the plunge. Trapped in his gray existence, he continues to cling to certainty, while his great adventure remains a fantasy that slips further and further away from him.
Information about living in Thailand for a longer period of time and possibly starting a business
Good morning from Thungh wua Laengh. I actually want as much information as possible about staying longer, possibly starting a business in Thailand. I am 58 have a WIA am 80/100 disabled, I call it early retirement.
I am planning to live in Thailand in a few months. I have a whole series of questions about this. Can I come to you with all my questions or is there an agency in Belgium that can help me?
Emigrating to Thailand, how do you take the formal step?
We (my Thai wife and I) want to emigrate to Thailand at the end of 2025. I have already read up on a number of formal matters (insurance, tax, visa, etc.). Now we unexpectedly have the opportunity to buy a dream plot with a beautiful house and many fruit trees on it. We already own living space, but it is too small to live in permanently. Moreover, it lacks a garden.
Thailand Visa question No. 128/24: I want to reside permanently in Thailand, which visa and where to apply?
I am 58 and plan to say goodbye to the Netherlands and live (permanently) with my girlfriend in Thailand. Now I have already looked here and there for information, but I am gradually no longer seeing the forest for the trees. Because I keep finding pieces of my puzzle, but unfortunately I can't put the whole puzzle together.
Are you considering leaving the Netherlands? Then you may have to act quickly. From January 1, 2025, emigrating Dutch people may have to pay tax on their income abroad for another five years. This proposal, which is expected on Budget Day, is intended to quickly generate additional income for the government and appears to have broad support.
I will soon emigrate to Thailand to start a new life. I recently went there to visit a childhood friend who already lives there. I'm looking around to see what is possible and whether I can start working somewhere right away. What is possible? And what do I have to arrange?
Moving to Thailand with my family?
Hello, we are a family of 5 people. I am 32, my husband is 35 and I have 3 kids aged 9, 2,5 and 7 months. I have been wanting to leave the Netherlands for years, I have been working as a freelancer for about 2 years now and have reached a point where I earn approximately an above-average monthly salary per week, I also have various passive income streams. Basically my idea is just sell everything, pack up and go and see if I want to stay there and for how long. Is such a thing possible?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of moving to Thailand?
Dutch and Belgians often choose a new life in Thailand, and for good reason. Many people are looking for a place where their money goes further and Thailand is perfect for that. With a low cost of living, you can live a more comfortable life. But it's not just the economy that lures them; the warm sun and tropical climate are a huge draw, especially for those tired of cold, gray days at home.
Emigrating to Thailand: which documents do you need to bring?
There are many who have already taken the step of emigrating. I was wondering what documents are needed to take with you? So not for the visa application, but for all kinds of other matters.
On March 16.03.2024, XNUMX I will emigrate to Pattaya as a retired Belgian. My younger Dutch girlfriend has already gone on holiday to Pattaya. We have the following question: can my girlfriend come and work in Pattaya and what are the conditions?
Thailand Visa question No. 170/23: Emigrating to Thailand at the age of 48, which visa and what about extension?
I am 48 years old and want to emigrate to Thailand to my Thai partner's home address. Now there are many forms of visas and methods to go to Thailand. The more I read, the more confused I become. What is the wisdom now, apply for a 90 day Non-Immigrant Visa O Visa (90 days stay) or apply for a Non-Immigrant Visa OA (long stay), which again has 2 options. or Non-Immigrant Visa OX (long stay).
Emigrate to Thailand?
Immigrate to Thailand? For many people it remains a dream, but many dare to take the step. The final decision is not an easy one, writes Gringo. He emigrated a few years ago and has not regretted it for a day.
Schengen visa question: Get married in the Netherlands and then emigrate to another European country?
My name is John and I am 45 years old. After a difficult marriage of more than 20 years, I / we divorced in 2018. More than a year ago I met a sweet Thai lady with two daughters. Unfortunately, due to circumstances, we have not yet been able to meet in real life, but this does not make the love we feel for each other any less. We talk to each other every day, sometimes even for several hours.
I am Jan and I have been living in Thailand for several years with my lovely Thai wife, Nok. And it's fantastic here. The weather is lovely, the food is fantastic and the people are so friendly.
I am considering living permanently in Thailand for the next few years – but am running into some practical issues regarding taxes, bank accounts and basic insurance. My situation is a bit different from what I often see described here on the forum. But I won't be the only one walking around with these questions… and I hope it helps others too.
Thailand question: Can my acquaintance soon live in Thailand?
A friendly acquaintance has been married to a Thai woman here in the Netherlands for years. She has work here. She has two passports. She has her own house in Thailand. This friend is on disability benefits and is allowed some touch ups. When he reaches retirement age, will he be allowed to settle permanently in Thailand and live there with her?
Discover Thailand (18): Expats and retirees
Thailand has been an attractive destination for expats for many years. An expat is a person who lives and works abroad temporarily or permanently. Usually an expat moves to another country to work for a company or organization, or to experience a new lifestyle. Some people are expats because they are looking for new challenges or adventures, while others move to be with their partner or family who already live in Thailand.
The question I'm asking now must have been asked hundreds of times, therefore confusing for me. I have lived in both North Thailand and South (ptty) from 2009 to 2015, returned a few times for a few month to year to NL. Now in 2023 I would like to go back, but now to immigrate.
Thailand question: What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in Thailand?
I am considering moving to Thailand (Hua Hin) in 2,5 years (immediately after my retirement). Now I have made a list of pros and cons to get an objective picture, among other things by reading a lot on Thailandblog. I made a list myself. Can someone fill it in, am I missing something?
Moving to Thailand, but what about medical costs?
I made the mistake of moving to Spain in December. In the winter with the cold I have physical complaints in the Netherlands, especially pain in my back and in my worn-out knee. I think Spain is also warm and my children can come over more easily. However, Spain is really not as warm in winter as I expected, I walked with pain in my back and knee for 3 months.
Thailand Visa question No. 052/22: To emigrate to Thailand or not?
Question about what to do when immigrating to Thailand? The thing is, I sold everything in the Netherlands and left it behind. Only have a mailing address with an acquaintance. Neatly registered with the municipality and with the SVB. So in 7 months I will have to report myself again in the Netherlands to the municipality where I am still registered. So now I don't want to go back to the Netherlands because I am now married in Thailand at the Amphur and I am registered as married according to the law.