You don’t need a Thai credit card to live in Thailand; there’s plenty of others ways to pay for goods and services. However, depending on your situation, it may be something you want to consider. Perhaps the biggest benefit of a credit card is reducing the cost of foreign currency surcharges. And then there’s perks…Read More

The USA has strict filing requirements for Americans living abroad. If you earn some form of income, whether from inside or outside the U.S., The likelihood is that as a US citizen you will need to file a tax return. Tax is rarely interesting or exciting, unless you’re getting a rebate, but it’s important to…Read More

Whether traveling on a holiday or making a more permanent move, you’ll want to know where to get the best exchange rates in Thailand. Over time, a good exchange rate can amount to big savings, which is money you can use to enjoy yourself or invest for a rainy day. When planning your trip, you’ll…Read More

Whether you have lived in Thailand for two years or two decades, if you are British, UK inheritance tax (IHT) is an issue that you should consider sooner rather than later. While you shouldn’t worry unduly, don’t make the mistake of assuming that because you have been living in Thailand for donkey’s years that the…Read More

As a British national, should you contribute towards a UK state pension while living in Thailand? If you’d like £9,100 per year when you retire then the answer is most certainly yes! If you’re living the good life: young, in good health and having loads of fun traveling and working in Thailand, thinking about a…Read More

Being a young, single man living in Thailand, I never thought twice about making a Will. It always seemed like something for “old people”, or those with real responsibilities. But getting married and having a child meant that I needed to consider someone else’s future, and how their lives would be impacted if I passed…Read More

The options for transferring money out of Thailand are fairly limited, but it’s actually quite easy. Once you understand the fees involved and the time it takes for each method, you can make a decision on what’s best for you. In this post, I’ll give you an overview of the options a few price comparisons…Read More

The majority of visitors to Thailand fall into the tourist category and require standard travel insurance. But there are also many thousands whose relationship to Thailand is more complicated, and because of this they need tailored travel and medical insurance. Throw in the added requirement for insurance to cover COVID-19 and finding cover that suits…Read More