Category: Visas & Immigration


  • Where to Live in Bangkok? The Best Neighborhoods for Expats

    Bangkok is a vast, vibrant, and bustling city filled with great food, friendly people, and an endless sense of adventure. But because the city is so large, it can feel very different from neighborhood to neighborhood. In fact, unlike other major cities in the world, Bangkok is a city with three city centers instead of…

  • Thailand Blacklist Rules: How to Avoid Being Banned from Thailand

    Thailand is one of the top destinations in the world thanks to its stunning beaches, next-level nightlife, friendly people, and affordable prices. However, some foreigners can end up on the Thailand blacklist, which essentially means they are banned from entering the country for a certain amount of time. Foreigners can be put on the blacklist…

  • How Much Does It Cost to Live in Thailand? (Honest Breakdown)

    Thailand is one of the most popular countries in the world for expats and it’s no surprise why. In Thailand, the cost of living is very cheap compared to Western countries. Things like transportation and food prices to healthcare and housing costs are a fraction of what they cost in places like Europe and the…

  • How to Get a Driver’s License in Thailand: Guide for Foreigners

    Many foreigners move to Thailand and–unsurprisingly–want to have the convenience of driving around whether it be by motorbike or car. Driving in Thailand, however, comes with quite a steep learning curve. It demands a practical understanding of the local traffic regulations and–of course–the acquisition of a Thai Driver’s License. If you’re familiar with Thailand at…

  • How to Obtain a Thai Education Visa, Explained

    Thailand is an amazing country. So much so that many foreigners come here and never want to leave. But getting permanent residency or staying for long periods in Thailand isn’t easy–especially for those who don’t have a work permit in the country. In fact, it can be quite hard for foreigners in Thailand to secure…

  • Want to Learn Thai? Here are the best Thai language schools in Chiang Mai

    Learning Thai provides foreigners an opportunity to see a different side of Thailand that’s not normally seen. On top of that, if you are living in Chiang Mai for an extended period of time, it’ll no doubt save you a lot of stress and unnecessary headaches. Because, yes, while knowing basic Thai can get you…

  • The Best Websites for Buying and Renting Condos in Bangkok

    Whether you are relocating to Bangkok or simply want to rent or buy a new pad in the city, knowing exactly where and how to find a condo is a huge must. Because, if we’re being completely honest, the Bangkok real estate market isn’t easy to navigate–especially for foreigners. Most real estate agents in Bangkok…

  • A Complete Guide for Renting a Condo in Bangkok (For Foreigners)

    Bangkok, despite being in a part of the world thought to be “third world,” is a hyper-modern city with high-rise condos everywhere you look. Let’s just say the real estate and condominium scene in the city is always rapidly changing and expanding. That means that foreigners moving to Bangkok or searching for a new condo…

  • What Happens if You Overstay Your Visa in Thailand?

    It’s no surprise that many visitors in Thailand find themselves wanting to stay longer than their visa allows. Wanting to do it is fine–even expected–but actually doing it can have consequences like fines and/or other harsher penalties. In fact, some long-term overstayers potentially face detainment in immigration jail or being deported and blacklisted (banned) from…

  • How to Choose the Best Thailand Tourist Visa

    Visiting Thailand is a pretty straightforward endeavor for most tourists, especially those from countries with strong passports. The two options chosen by most travelers are either to obtain the standard Single Entry Thailand Tourist Visa (TR) beforehand online or from a Thai embassy or to opt for visa-exempt entry to the Kingdom. Most tourists visiting…