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What are the current risks of moving to Koh Samui for an Italian freelance web developer seeking a suitable visa?
ThailandVisa RulesItalian ExpatsDTV VisaVisa RequirementsCost of Living in ThailandSamuiFreelancing in Thailand
Oct 3, 2025
7 months ago
Alessio **********
ORIGINAL POSTERHi, how dangerous (war) and possible (visa) is it right now for an Italian (freelance web developer with no steady income, 46 years old) to move to Samui? What visa would allow me to live in Samui without immigration problems?
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The post discusses the safety and feasibility of an Italian freelance web developer, aged 46, considering a move to Samui, Thailand. Key concerns include the current safety situation and appropriate visa options. Comments suggest that a Digital Nomad (DTV) Visa could be suitable, but emphasize the need for a steady income or substantial savings (at least 500,000 THB) to qualify. Some commenters express skepticism about safety, questioning the need for such a drastic move, while others mention the high cost of living in Samui and advise looking at alternatives.
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David **********
Unless you have at least 500k Thai baht (currently over 13k in Euros) in a bank account somewhere you aren't going to qualify for the DTV that will allow you to live anywhere in Thailand. Any other visa will require even more money.
Phil *******
WAR!!!!!!!
Are you serious?
Are you serious?
Ralph *******
An Elite visa gives great convenience. DTV can be good but you have to qualify.
Us *****
Samui? You do know that it isnvery expensive. Thailand is not cheap without a job.
Andrew ********
Samui is a shitehole.. can find much better than there
Frank *********
You obviously do need a steady income
J **************
It’s very dangerous! Stay in Italy
Steve *******
What war would that be?
David *********
A war is that a serious question
Pete *******
A DTV would be suitable.
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