Bangkok ranks 20th on a list of expat-friendly cities in a survey conducted by InterNations, the worlds largest expat community with more than 3.5 million members. The city gets high marks for affordability but its ranking was dragged down by poor scores for environmental quality and political stability.

How many foreigners are there in Bangkok?

Thailands population is estimated at 70 million, of whom about three million are foreigners living here long-term, said Dr Opas.

Where do most expats live in Bangkok?

Some of the most popular locations for expats to live include the upper and lower Sukhumvit Road areas — such as Ekkamai and Thong Lo — the Silom area in the south along the Chao Phraya River, and Phetchaburi Road in the north.

How many expat live in Thailand?

According to figures in the 2019 Thailand Migration Report, there are just 150,707 expats residing in Thailand, of those 72,969 are retirees.

Are there a lot of expats in Thailand?

Expats living in The Land of Smiles are mostly found in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Phuket, and Thai islands like Koh Samui and Koh Tao. However, Thailand is such a popular destination among expats that you are guaranteed to find a welcoming expatriate community no matter where you live in the country.

How much money do you need to retire in Thailand?

Retirement Visa Requirements The requirement for a retirement visa is 65,000 baht per month (about USD 2,000) or savings of 800,000 baht (USD 25,000) in a Thai bank account. Steven LePoidevin, InternationalLiving.com Thailand Correspondent, says this is a good starting point for a retired couple.

How many foreigners live permanently in Thailand?

Thailand is also home to more than 200,000 foreigners—retirees, extended tourists, and workers from, for example, Europe, North America, and elsewhere.

How much money do I need to retire in Thailand?

You should plan to live in Thailand on a budget of at least $1,500 per month, with $2,000 being a more reasonable benchmark. This will allow you to live comfortably without breaking the bank. You could potentially live a lot cheaper, as low as $1,000 a month, but you would probably have a difficult time.

Is Bangkok a poor city?

As of 2014, 10.5 percent of Bangkoks population lives below the national poverty line. Over the last 30 years, poverty in Thailand has reduced from 67 percent to 7.2 percent in 2015. Poverty reduction since 1988 has been most effective in Bangkok and the surrounding regions.

What is Thailands main source of income?

Thailand, Southeast Asias second-largest economy, has grown in the past generation or two from an undeveloped country to what the World Bank calls a middle-income country. Its three main economic sectors are agriculture, manufacturing, and services.

Is Bangkok safe for expats?

Bangkok is a very safe city to live in as a foreigner and incredibly affordable. Most foreigners come to Thailand to work as teachers because, to stay long-term, you either need to have a work permit or be married to a local to have a marriage visa.

Is it worth living in Bangkok?

While the city is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia, Bangkok is also a draw for thousands of expatriates who prefer its affordable cost of living, a stable economy, the relative ease of doing business, plus the vibrant culture and warmth of Thai people, and a more laidback lifestyle.