Research & Editorial
The Retire in Pattaya Editorial Team
- Every money, health, visa and legal page is checked against primary or official sources before publishing
- Volatile figures carry a visible 'last reviewed' date and a source link
- We publish our research method openly (see How We Research)
We’re building the most honest English-language resource for retiring in Pattaya. That means telling the whole story — the sunshine and the downsides — and being transparent about how we know what we know.
Every guide is researched against primary and official sources, given a visible “last reviewed” date, and written to send you to a qualified professional for the decisions that matter. Where the figures change — visas, tax, insurance — we say so plainly rather than pretend they’re fixed.
We’re adding named specialist contributors and reviewers — for healthcare, insurance and Thai legal matters — and will credit them here as they join. Until then, the team takes collective responsibility for everything we publish. You can read exactly how we work on our How We Research page.
Guides by The
- 90-Day Reporting, Explained Simply
- Australian Pensions & Tax in Thailand
- Loneliness Abroad: An Honest Look
- The Best Areas in Pattaya for Retirees
- Buying a Condo in Thailand, Step by Step
- Buying Property: Foreign Ownership Rules
- Canadian Pensions & Tax in Thailand
- Dating & Companionship Later in Life
- Dental Care in Pattaya: Quality & Cost
- The DTV Visa: Is It Right for Retirees?
- Faith & Spiritual Community in Pattaya
- First-Year Mistakes to Avoid
- German & European Pensions in Thailand
- Expat Health Insurance by Age: 50s to 70s+
- The Hidden Costs Retirees Forget
- Bringing Your Pet to Thailand
- Is Pattaya Safe? Crime & Everyday Safety
- Learning Thai: How Much Do You Really Need?
- Making Friends & Finding Community
- Marriage to a Thai National: What Retirees Should Know
- Mental Health & Wellbeing Abroad
- Opening a Thai Bank Account
- Hospitals in Pattaya: A Retiree's Guide
- Pattaya vs Chiang Mai vs Hua Hin
- Pattaya Weather & the Best Time to Move
- Pharmacies & Getting Your Medications
- Power of Attorney for Retirees Abroad
- Pre-Existing Conditions & Insurance Age Caps
- Property & Investment Scams to Avoid
- A Realistic Monthly Budget for Pattaya
- Renting in Pattaya: What to Check First
- The Retirement Extension, Step by Step
- Retiring in Pattaya as a Couple: The Budget
- Retiring in Pattaya on a Tight Budget
- Retiring Solo in Pattaya: The Honest Guide
- Retiring in Pattaya with Limited Mobility
- Romance Scams Targeting Retirees: How to Stay Safe
- Sending Money to Thailand Without Losing a Fortune
- Shipping Your Belongings to Thailand
- SIM Cards & Home Internet in Pattaya
- Staying Active: Hobbies & Sport in Pattaya
- Seeing a Doctor in Pattaya (and Telemedicine Options)
- Getting a Thai Driving Licence
- Thai Tax on Foreign Income: What to Know
- Thailand Retirement Visa Options, Explained Honestly
- Thailand vs Mexico for Retirement
- Thailand vs the Philippines for Retirement
- Thailand vs Portugal for Retirement
- Thailand vs Vietnam for Retirement
- TM30: The Address Notification, Explained
- The UK Frozen State Pension in Thailand
- US Taxes for American Retirees in Thailand
- Visa Agent vs DIY: An Honest Comparison
- What Happens If You Die in Thailand
- Who Should NOT Retire in Pattaya
- Wills in Thailand and at Home
- Your First 30 Days in Pattaya: A Practical Checklist