Preparation
There are many things to plan and prepare before you make the move for the beautiful white sandy beaches, the rich cultures & vibrant nightlife, the natural landscapes, the wonderful diversity of Thai cuisine and great lifestyle that Thailand has to offer.
Retirement Living Thailand offers an all-in-one service that helps make that smooth transition from of your current country and beginning your new life in Thailand. Based on our extensive knowledge of 20 years personal experience in Thailand allied with our local connections and partnerships at Retirement Living Thailand we will guide you from the outset to make the right choices and ensure they are successfully actioned.
Things you need to remember before you move to Thailand for retirement or pre-retirement
Check costs of living
Understanding the cost of living in the different parts of Thailand is vital before making that final decision where to live. For example the north is cheaper than the touristy south, but it’s far away from the coast and Bangkok is expensive comparing to the rest of the country.
At Retirement Living Thailand we can help you to create a budget, so you know exactly where you are before arriving in Thailand. Example , how much for an apartment? How much to spend on food? How much for insurance and how much do you want to save?
Choose the best place to live
Now you know the budget the next step is to choose where to live... First, think of what you want to do there. Do you prefer mountains or a beach? Do you like big cities or small towns? Are you looking for peace and quiet, or entertainment? Thailand offers everything and the choice is wide, our dedicated team can guide you to choose the location and accommodation type most suited to your needs and wishes.
Visa
Visas can be a complicated subject. The whole process might be long, or short depending on what you want to do. At Retirement Living Thailand our experienced staff in conjunction with chosen partners can recommend the most suitable Visa to hold on arrival in Thailand and beyond.
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Insurance
A good insurance is very important. As a healthy person going to Thailand for a short period of time, some choose to get normal travel insurance. However, if you are looking to stay more than 2-3 months, then a long-term medical insurance plan is better.
At Retirement Living Thailand through our dedicated partners a full range of insurance providers are available to provide the most suitable insurance for your circumstances.
Vaccinations
Many people wonder what vaccinations they should get before they visit Thailand, especially in recent years due to COVID 19. Common opinion among people who have never been to Thailand before is that it’s a country that is dirty and there are plenty of germs and viruses around that can kill you in an instant. The fact is, however, that Thailand is much cleaner and much more developed than its neighbours, like Cambodia or Myanmar. Cities and tourist areas are mostly free from diseases, such as rabies or typhoid. Even malaria is not a direct threat.
At Retirement Living Thailand through our association with medical providers we are able to provide up to date guidance on the most suitable vaccination programme tailored to your individual circumstances before your arrival in Thailand.
Understand
the culture
When you are moving to a new country, it’s worth trying to get to know the culture and learn some basic words and phrases. Thai people love when a foreigner tries to speak Thai for example: thank you, hello and excuse me. That’s enough to get you started and you will pick up words along the way.
At Retirement Living Thailand our friendly bilingual Thai staff are happy to assist you in this regard.