About Thailand

Thailand is a long-time favorite among expats. This semi-brief introduction covers it all, including its history, society, politics, and more.

New to the country? Jot down these holidays, observances, and local festivals in Thailand to plan time off in 2024, 2025, and 2026.

What’s it like to be an expat in Thailand? Find the answers to all your questions about life, work, housing, and more.

Make a note of which emergency number to call in Thailand for every type of service, including the police, fire brigade, and more.

Can you afford to move to Ayothaya, Bangkok, or Chiang Mai? Discover the cost of living in Thailand, including groceries, housing, and more.

Ready to expand your knowledge databank? Learn more about the Thai language, including its origins, pronunciation, grammar, and dialects.

Learn more about the news media landscape in Thailand and stay up to date with current events around the world.

With these must-have apps in Thailand, you can easily order food, navigate transport, find a home, and search for jobs.

From everyday gestures to typical behavior, here are some of the basic dos and don’ts of social etiquette in Thailand.

Explore the varied flavors of Thai cuisine, including iconic dishes, popular ingredients, and local diets and eating habits.

Explore the delicious world of Thai cuisine with these 10 food recipes. From Pad Thai to Gai yang, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Learn more about the news media landscape in Thailand and stay up to date with current events around the world.

Learn how expats get car finance in Thailand. Our guide covers eligibility, documents, deposits, lenders, repayments, and how to fund payments from abroad.

Learn how expats can buy a car in Thailand. Our guide covers documents, fees, registration, insurance, and ways to send money to Thailand with Wise safely.

Learn how to ride Bangkok’s BTS and choose the right ticket. Our guide explains fares, Rabbit Card basics, stations, and common mistakes for expats to avoid.

Learn how to use the Bangkok MRT with route, fares and ticket tips. Our guide covers contactless cards, station signs, transfers, exits and local etiquette.

Learn how to rent a car in Thailand, from licenses to deposits. This guide covers costs, insurance, road rules, and payment tips for expats and travelers.

Learn how to buy an electric car in Thailand as an expat. This guide covers costs, EV charging, registration, incentives, import rules, and expat paperwork.

Trying to navigate transportation in Thailand? Learn more about Thai public transport, including available options and ticket prices.

Ready to explore Thailand by road? Check out this rundown of the country’s rules on driving, what to do in an emergency, and other tips.

Ready to get behind the wheel in Thailand? Find out how to apply for a new driving license or transfer your current foreign one.

Whether it’s new or secondhand, discover how to buy a car in Thailand, including importing, registering, and selling your vehicle.