Moving to
Thailand

The real numbers for Thailand — what you'd take home after tax, what living in Bangkok actually costs, and how expats and nomads get a visa.

CurrencyTHB

Main hubBangkok

Nomad visaYes

Single / mo$1,250

Take-home pay

On a $60,000 gross salary, an employee in Thailand keeps about:

$50,863/yr · $4,239/mo

Income tax−$8,975

Social security−$162

Effective rate15.2%

Progressive PIT (USD-converted bands) + 5% social security capped monthly.

Single person, all-in$1,250/mo

Family of four, all-in$3,000/mo

DTV (Destination Thailand Visa): 5-year multi-entry for remote workers; ~500,000 THB in savings.

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Is there income tax in Thailand?

Yes. Thailand taxes income on progressive brackets. On a $60,000 salary the effective rate is about 15.2%, leaving roughly $50,863.

Can digital nomads get a visa for Thailand?

Yes — DTV (Destination Thailand Visa): 5-year multi-entry for remote workers; ~500,000 THB in savings.

How much does it cost to live in Bangkok?

A single person needs roughly $1,250/month in Bangkok, and a family around $3,000/month, all-in.