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What advice do overseas retirees have for others considering retiring abroad?
When we asked what advice they have for others considering retiring abroad, they advised...
"I have lived abroad for so long, going back to America would be extremely stressful for me," explained one expat living in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
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"Just be careful and do a lot of research and try it out before you come. Spend at least 6 months or a year before you make your decision," said another expat in Nonthaburi, Thailand.
Other Questions:
- What should I pack when moving to Thailand?
- Where should I setup a bank account in Thailand?
- Will I be able to find a job in Thailand?
- What is life like in Thailand?
- What do expats in Thailand appreciate most about the local culture?
- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in Thailand?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Thailand accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Thailand like?
- What are healthcare services like in Thailand?
- What are medical services in Thailand like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Thailand?
- What are emergency services like in Thailand?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in Thailand?
- How are local medical facilities in Thailand?
- As a foreigner living in Thailand, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
What advice do overseas retirees have for others considering retiring abroad?
If you live in Thailand, newcomers to Thailand would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
