Moving to Bangkok – International Relocation

Moving to Bangkok

Bangkok is an around-the-clock razzmatazz of snap, crackle and pop. Restaurants, bars, shopping malls, open markets, golf courses, temples, parks, nightclubs, shooting ranges, and odd smells all combine to provide a riotous experience.

Since King Chulalongkorn started integrating western elements into Thai culture to appeal to British sensibilities, Bangkok has continued to blend Siam’s customs with western facilities. Now, over a century after the King’s death, expats moving to Bangkok can experience a wholly different culture within the familiar framework of an international city.

Modern business, healthcare and accommodation are all common place in Bangkok but, unlike other destinations, expats can attain unusual luxury from the low cost of living. Despite the large wealth disparity present in the city, expats will be able to enjoy the very best of Bangkok’s thriving nightlife and entertainment scene.

Housing in Bangkok

Expat accommodation in Bangkok is highly varied. Though, no matter family size or the type of home preferred, price and proximity are the two most important factors to take into consideration prior to arranging housing. Keeping the commute close to home, Please use our home relocation services which you find invaluable.

Working in Bangkok

Working in Bangkok can lead to a life of luxury for those that have organised jobs before moving to Bangkok, but for those arranging upon arrival – the job search can be difficult and often results in positions with less pay.

Bangkok has always relied on strong foreign investment to buoy its relatively stable economy. A political environment marked by sporadic uprising and revolt has repeatedly scared off and then beckoned back foreign business and its employees.

Yet many international companies have made their home in Bangkok, and many more have located branches in the city to take advantage of Thailand’s economic centre.

The financial sector is the largest industry in Bangkok, but expats come searching for jobs in a variety of fields – including, teaching English, working for export/import companies, management and manufacturing.

Please use our visa and immigration services which you may find invaluable.

Living in Bangkok

Bangkok is a friendly and cosmopolitan city brimming with wonderful attractions and activities for people of all persuasions.

The metropolis is renowned for its endless shopping, vibrant nightlife and mouth-watering restaurants, and it also features good entertainment venues, world-class sports facilities and spas.

Overall Bangkok is a great place to relocate to despite the pollution, humidity and traffic congestion; though there will certainly be a few adjustments expats will need to make to acclimatise to the lifestyle.

Horrendous commutes across the city are common and traffic jams that regularly choke main roads inspire many expats working in the centre to live within close proximity to their place of business. The same line of reasoning applies to families that have children attending international schools.

A well run sky train (BTS) has helped to alleviate commute times and has thus relieved the concerns of many expat communities, however, the BTS certainly does not reach all areas of Bangkok and often commuting to the BTS can be as woeful as commuting to work.

Schooling in Bangkok

There are a host of schools in Bangkok for expat parents to consider for their children. Though public schools are overcrowded, internationally uncompetitive, and use Thai as the primary teaching language, private and international institutions are plentiful and reputable.

Many students attend private schools that follow foreign curriculum. These can be good options for expat children and are often cheaper than international schools.

Private schools are also popular with wealthier Thai students, who often make up the majority of the student body. Please take advantage of our school search services.

Healthcare in Bangkok

Healthcare is generally of good quality in Bangkok, and many doctors and specialists speak English.

Private hospitals are especially first-rate and often employ staff members that have received education and accreditation from the West.

These institutions are also much less expensive than what expats may be used to coming from Europe or the United States. Despite the reasonable cost of treatment, expats should make sure they have medical insurance in the case of emergencies and when major medical treatment is required.

Transport in Bangkok

Options for transport in Bangkok are as endless as the nuances found in the noodle dishes; nevertheless, the most popular mode of transit among expats seems to be the taxi.

Alternatively, to take control of your own destiny during peak traffic congestion, expats can opt to buy a car, or motorbike; but before you can legally start cruising around Bangkok, you must obtain your local Thai license.

Do keep in mind that cars in Bangkok used to be an anomaly; now, they are a plague upon a city that bowed to foreign pressure and turned its waterways into freeways.

One of Thailand’s trademark road manoeuvres is the U-turn, and the feeling of repeatedly going back on yourself is exactly how it feels to be stuck in Bangkok traffic.

Interdean Bangkok offices

We have offices in Thailand making sure we are with you every step of the way.