Tag: Retirement

Arrivals Level at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport in Samut Prakan

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February 11, 2026

Thailand Expands Visa Measures to Boost Tourism and Attract Long-Term Visitors

BANGKOK — The Cabinet on Tuesday endorsed a comprehensive visa reform package proposed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs aimed at strengthening Thailand’s tourism sector and stimulating economic growth through targeted measures for tourists, remote workers, students and retirees, according to the Bangkok Post. Thailand denies false reports about visa-free entry limits A government spokeswoman […]

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Supermarket cashier in Bangkok during the COVID-19 pandemic

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October 26, 2024

Retirement age in Thailand to rise to 65: ministry

The Labour Ministry plans to raise the retirement age for both private and government sectors to 65 years, the same as in Singapore and Switzerland, said the minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn. Bangkok bus conductors face early retirement Mr Phiphat said on Friday that the idea of extending the retirement age was attributed to today’s improvements in […]

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MRT monorail Yellow Line at Phawana Station, Bangkok.

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July 7, 2024

Thailand voted world’s 6th best country for expats to live and work

Thailand has been ranked the world’s sixth best country for expats to live and work by the latest Expat Insider report from InterNations, the global community for people who live abroad. BBC says Thailand among the best countries for retirement abroad The best country for expats, out of 53, is Panama this year. The report […]

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July 1, 2024

Cyber Police Dismantle Chinese Network that Scammed Thai Retirees

BANGKOK, June 28 (TNA) – The cyber police have dismantled a criminal network that deceived Thai retirees into investing online, resulting in losses exceeding 200 million baht. Chinese-operated call centre busted in Chiang Mai They arrested 30 suspects, including key figures who acted as admins, recruiters and mule account providers within the network. The suspects […]

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Buildings near IMPACT Arena in Nonthaburi

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June 10, 2024

Nonthaburi retiree scammed out of more than 22 million baht

NONTHABURI, June 10 (TNA) – An 81-year-old former EGAT official has been swindled by a call center gang, losing 19 million baht from his bank account and an additional 3 million baht by mortgaging his house. Rising Financial Scams Hit Thailand Phaisarn Chansuriyawong, a former head of business planning department, fuel business unit of the […]

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Tourist queue at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi airport immigration.

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May 29, 2024

Thailand launches new visa promotions and retirement insurance reduction

The cabinet approved several new visa promotions to attract more tourists on Tuesday, including visa-free and visa-on-arrival schemes and longer stays for students, and a reduced level of compulsory health insurance for retirees. Thai Cabinet Approves Visa-Free Entry for Arab Tourists The Foreign Ministry proposed the measures to attract as many visitors as possible, government […]

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Thousands of LGBTQ+ people join Pride celebrations in Bangkok.

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September 4, 2023December 5, 2023

Thailand wants to attract international LGBTQ+ retirees

Thailand has the potential to boost the pink economy by attracting international LGBTQ+ seniors who are looking for a place to retire. No, It Isn’t Time to Worry About Thai Retirement Visa Changes….Yet Speaking at a conference on “Thailand Gets Ready to Become A Key Destination for LGBT Retirement” organised in Bangkok last Thursday, Dr […]

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August 5, 2023December 5, 2023

No, It Isn’t Time to Worry About Thai Retirement Visa Changes….Yet

Of all our stories in the past week, one particular story, indeed basically just a small portion of the overall story, sent shockwaves through the retired ex-pat community and the rumour mill was set on fire. Thai Police Oppose Bail for Suspects in Murder of German Businessman We are referring to this article about Thai […]

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