It’s no secret that many are attracted to Thailand because of its nightlife, which is largely centered around bars. There are, of course, different types of bar in Thailand, ranging from wine bars and pub-like waterholes down to open-fronted bars teeming with scantily-clad hostesses. But the reality is that a large percentage of male tourists…Read More
Minimum Wage in Thailand – For Foreigners & Thais
Did you know there is a minimum wage for foreign nationals working in Thailand? How much you get paid depends on your country of origin. Here’s how it works out: 60,000 Baht/month: Canada, Japan and the United States of America 50,000 Baht/month: Europe (including the United Kingdom) and Australia 45,000 Baht/month: Hong Kong, Malaysia, South…Read More
Foodpanda – The Low-Down on Thailand’s Food Delivery Service
Foodpanda is Thailand’s popular on-demand food delivery service. They deliver restaurant food, groceries, and everyday essentials to your doorstep. From street food to popular restaurants and even supermarket goods, it’s a really convenient service. Whether you’re an expat or a tourist on holiday, you can have food delivered to pretty much anywhere. Here’s all the…Read More
Renting an Apartment in Thailand: The Ultimate Guide
Renting an apartment in Thailand is an exciting prospect. But before you start your search for the perfect condo, you’ll want to read up on how the process differs from renting in your home country. In this guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know, from pricing to lease contracts to deposits to utility bills…Read More
Retiring in Thailand? Here’s the Most Useful Guide Ever Compiled
If you’re planning on retiring in Thailand, there’s a bunch of things you need to consider, some of which you probably haven’t yet thought of. And that’s the purpose of this post; a checklist of sorts to make sure you have everything covered. First we will look at where to live and the pros and…Read More
How to Lease Land in Thailand: A Foreigner’s Guide to the Law
A lease agreement in Thailand enables a foreigner to maintain a long term interest in the country through land. Lease permitting, a house can be constructed on the land and registered in the foreigner’s name. A lease arrangement is suited to a number of situations, including: Someone who wants to retire in Thailand and construct…Read More
The Pink ID Card – A Guide for Foreign Nationals
Yes, it’s true. There is an ID card for foreigners. And best of all, it’s pink! Having this little known form of identification means you don’t have to carry your passport around with you to prove who you are, even though most people don’t do that anyway, despite it being a legal requirement. For the…Read More
The Tabien Baan (Yellow Book) Guide for Expats in Thailand
A Tabien Baan is a house document, which translates literally as ‘House Registration’ in Thai. The type of document relevant to foreign nationals is the yellow book Tabien Baan (ท.ร.13, Thor Ror 13). This house registration book contains the details of all foreign nationals registered as living at the address (as their primary residence). The…Read More