Finance

"Finance in Thailand means promise and volatility — a system influenced by policy shifts, DFI flows, and market realities. From banking reforms and foreign exchange rules to investment in capital markets and insurance, financial clarity is critical for expats and investors. While opportunities exist in wealth management, property finance, and startups, risks tied to regulation and global cycles are real. In this section, The Thailand Advisor decodes finance to separate noise from insight."

Thailand’s Visa Overhaul 2025: 17 Categories Down to 7 — What Really Changes for Expats

Thailand has simplified its Non-Immigrant visas into seven categories. Here’s what changed, what didn’t, and how to pick the right path without tripping KYC or renewal risks.

By David Chen

/ 18 Oct 2025

An immigration counter at Suvarnabhumi_ crisp light, reflective floor, motion blur of travelers; officer’s stamp mid-air

Locked Out in Paradise: Thailand’s Visa Crackdown Freezes Expat Bank Accounts

Thailand’s bid to stamp out financial fraud is turning visa stamps into financial lifelines. In a sweeping crackdown, banks are freezing and denying accounts for foreigners without long-term visas – upending the daily lives of expats and long-stay tourists alike.

By Nicha Vora

/ 15 Oct 2025

Foreign customers waiting inside a Thai bank, looking concerned as a bank officer checks documents.

Hua Hin Real Estate Investment – Holiday Rentals for Income and Growth

Hua Hin is more than a beach town — it’s the strategic anchor of Thailand’s holiday rental triangle. With affordable entry, strong pool villa yields, and rising demand from retirees and nomads, it offers a quieter but lucrative balance of lifestyle ROI and long-term appreciation.

By Nicha Vora

/ 3 Oct 2025

Hua Hin Real Estate Investment – Holiday Rentals for Income and Growth