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What is the estimated budget for living in Thailand on a DTV Workation as a freelancer?
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Hi guys, I’ve a DTV Workation from Pakistan, 25 years. Been to thailand once, on DTV but stayed 20 days only.
I want to know how much budget would I need to settle in a studio apartment, I’m alone, no girls, bars stuff, I only work, eat good food, hit the gym, swim a little and go to beaches that’s all.
Any like minded people can comment down and we can catch up.
Hi guys, I’ve a DTV Workation from Pakistan, 25 years. Been to thailand once, on DTV but stayed 20 days only.
I want to know how much budget would I need to settle in a studio apartment, I’m alone, no girls, bars stuff, I only work, eat good food, hit the gym, swim a little and go to beaches that’s all.
Any like minded people can comment down and we can catch up.
Answer summary
The budget for living in Thailand on a DTV Workation as a freelancer varies based on location and lifestyle choices. Many comments suggest that a comfortable monthly budget is around 50k to 80k baht, which covers rent (12k-20k for a studio), food, and other living expenses. Phuket is noted as an expensive option, while Chiang Mai and Bangkok are mentioned as more affordable alternatives. Some contributors also discussed the legality of work in Thailand for Pakistani freelancers and compared costs to Malaysia.
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Shamoil ******
@Fahad *******
Bro, Im applying for DTV from karachi in a few months, working on the documents required for the process. Have a few questions. Please check your inboxZa *******
About 500k for 180 days. There is a reason why they are requesting the funds when you apply for the visa🤷♂️
Fahad ********
OP@Za ******
which is around 50K THB a month. Not badZa *******
@Fahad *******
I would like to remind you that a month has 30 days. You might want to do the math again😉Fahad ********
OP@Za ******
lol yeah 😂
Helio *****
Can easily live on
*****
thb per month.. all in.. local salary is half of that so that's says it all..
Artis ********
I live on 20-30 k a month, with all rent, utilities, food, going out, drinking. Don't listen to some here, who say 50k+, they most likely stay in most expensive parts of Thailand have hokers and partying every day. I live in sakon nakon, before lived in one of the expensive islands koh pan ghan, still spent around 30 k, living good.
Bejoy *********
I’m also a digital nomad and I’ve spent quite a bit of time in Thailand. I’d suggest Bangkok if you enjoy city life, or Chiang Mai if you prefer somewhere quieter with a good digital-nomad community. Phuket is great if beaches are your priority, but it’s more touristy and generally more expensive. You can find a decent condo with a gym and pool for around 12–15k THB in Bangkok or Chiang Mai. I’d recommend Airbnb for the first month, then negotiate directly for a 6–12 month contract to get a better rate
Anonymous ******************
80k baht a month is a good budget if you want to live
Relatively
Comfortable. Healthy food, nice coffee shops etc. Phuket is nice but the most expensive place to live in Thailand if you live close to your gym is still easy enough on 80k and living quite well.
Relatively
Comfortable. Healthy food, nice coffee shops etc. Phuket is nice but the most expensive place to live in Thailand if you live close to your gym is still easy enough on 80k and living quite well.
Namkang *********
Hello 👋 I’m a realtor, I can help you find the right place in bkk. Feel free to message me. I would be happy to answer your questions.
Saqline ********
In Phuket, You will get a decent studio within 15-20k baht, and add up another 20k baht on top of it for other living expenses. (telling from my own experince)
Niharr *********
@Saqline *******
condo is cheaper yeah?Fahad ********
OP@Saqline *******
phuket where, and which app to useSaqline ********
You can get studio within this range at anywhere at Phuket. and rentals are managed by agents usually, and you will find them from FB Marketpalace.
Saqline ********
@Fahad *******
YesFahad ********
OP@Saqline *******
with swimming pool and gym etc?Fahad ********
OPguys I’m not looking for cheaper stays. Just because Im from pakistan doesn’t mean I’m poor 😂😂
Fahad ********
OPModestKangaroo6440 i came to thailand and I spent recklessly, one time I went into Big C and came out with a 20K baht bill 😂😂😂 I just wanted to know how much a normal life would require
Muhammad ********
Fahad bhai I'm also been to Thailand 7-10 times, How you get Dtv visa can you guide me
Za *******
@Muhammad *******
the Thai E-visa website will guide you if you google it😉Fahad ********
OP@Za ******
correctMuhammad ********
@Fahad *******
i have read everything but still guidance is important
MagentaWa*********
Malaysia is better for you since there are already a huge Pakistani community and they may help you to obtain residency and you can make money there while in Thailand you can not work legally. If I would be Pakistani then I would go to Malaysia instead or Vietnam because that is much cheaper than Thailand.
TaupeLob********
MagentaWallaby8738 where is the Pakistan community?? Please let me know
Fahad ********
OPMagentaWallaby8738 i have a malaysian digital nomad also. I don’t have money problems bro. I freelance
Inspiri********
MagentaWallaby8738 How's Malaysia in terms on affordability? Is living in Malaysia as affordable as Thailand?
MagentaWa*********
InspiringElk588 same same maybe a little bit more expensive but you can make money there while in Thailand not.
RadiantC********
MagentaWallaby8738 Malaysia is cheaper than Thailand actually. A little cheaper.
RedEag******
It depends which city you will stay in
Fahad ********
OPRedEagle8881 phuket or bangkok
RedEag******
@Fahad *******
consider chiang mai they say it is cheaperand very popular for DNsFahad ********
OPRedEagle8881 lol alright
RedEag******
@Fahad *******
also you are asking how much budget to stay, rich people don’t think about budget of stay in a studio in ThailandRedEag******
@Fahad *******
all upwork freelancers are poorFahad ********
OPRedEagle8881 guys I’m not looking for cheaper stays. Just because Im from pakistan doesn’t mean I’m poor 😂😂
ModestKan*********
For just rent bills and food you could probably do it on $1000-1500/month.
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