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When savings become untouchable: How Thai bank rules are reshaping expat retirement By Victor Wong (Peerasan Wongsri) How rigid bank balance rules are colliding with real life for Thailand’s retirees. PATTAYA, Thailand – For many years, Thailand’s retirement visa was one of the country’s most straightforward arrangements. The understanding was simple enough, live quietly, respect […]

Latest issue of Thailand Construction Newsletter (TCN392 – 18.12.25) out now! The Bumper Xmas Edition! Latest issue of Thailand Construction Newsletter (TCN392 – 18.12.25) out now – see download below. Thailand Construction News – TCN392 – 18.12.25 – Bumper Xmas Edition It’s a Bumper Xmas Edition. Wishing you all a Velly Melly Chlismat and a […]

Calls to publicise Thailand’s updated entry rules as the country tightens measures to curb multiple visa runs Amid a rise in the number of cases of travellers being denied entry to Thailand, tourism operators are urging the government to regularly publicise updated rules and rely more on pre-screening methods, as the country tightens measures to […]

New calls to increase UK State Pension for over 400,000 people with frozen pensions next year Campaigners say it would cost the UK Government just £63 million to unfreeze State Pension payments. Over 400,000 British retirees living overseas say they have once again been left ‘out of sight, out of mind and out of pocket’ […]

Bangkok’s Single Transit Card for Bangkok’s Four Rail Lines Delayed Over Financial Issues The introduction of a single transit card for Bangkok’s four rail lines has hit another delay, with Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn citing unresolved financial issues. The proposal has not yet reached the cabinet stage, as further studies on medium fare rates and […]

Bangkok post’s Deeper Dive: Do you owe income tax in Thailand? Watch full interview below or search for “Deeper Dive Thailand” wherever you get your podcasts If you stay more than 180 days in any calendar year in Thailand, you are considered a Thai tax resident, and since the beginning of 2024, any money you […]

Cambodia Hits Lowest Rank in Global English Index, Malaysia leads the Asia region Cambodia has been ranked bottom of the EF English Proficiency Index 2025, placing 123rd out of 123 countries with a score of 390. The Netherlands topped the table with 624 points, underscoring the gulf between nations at the highest and lowest ends […]

Latest issue of Thailand Construction Newsletter (TCN391 – 04.12.25) out now! Latest issue of Thailand Construction Newsletter (TCN391 – 04.12.25) out now – see download below. Thailand Construction News – TCN391 – 04.12.25 If you would like to subscribe (free) to receive each issue, send us an email to ‘info AT qscthailand.com’ or ‘tcn AT […]

Thai Cabinet Reverses Decision on New Public Holidays in 2026 The Thai Cabinet reversed its decision to add additional public holidays in 2026, citing potential negative impacts on businesses and employment. During the meeting on December 2, a proposal to include two special public holidays was reconsidered as ministers expressed concerns about disruptions to business […]

Thailand’s afternoon alcohol ban lifted, effective immediately (for trial period of 180 days) Pub customers given an extra hour to finish their drinks Registered outlets can now sell alcoholic beverages during the previously banned period of 2pm to 5pm, with a one hour extension of time for customers in licensed premises at night to finish […]