Thailand is considered a popular holiday destination for a large number of Russian citizens. But this country is attractive to Russians not only during the holidays, but also in ordinary life. Many people are attracted by the warm weather, affordable prices and the interesting culture of the local population, so they want to move to this country for permanent residence. Russians in Thailand can find a good job and optimal housing. Obtaining a visa is considered a simple process, but it is important to assess the shortcomings of a permanent stay in this country.
Pros of living in Thailand
Living in Thailand is quite easy for a Russian, as moving to this country has the following advantages:
- most often, Russian citizens choose the cities of Phuket or Pattaya, as they have many restaurants, shops, houses and beautiful beaches;
- the cost of food is considered low, and this applies even to exotic fruits, seafood or prepared unusual dishes;
- even the locals themselves most often eat in local catering establishments, since prices are affordable;
- to move around the city, you can rent a moped or car, and the rent is considered low;
- the housing price is low compared to the prices in Russia, and you can also choose a really high-quality and new housing;
- local residents favor Russian citizens;
- To search for work, you need to get permission in advance from the country's authorities, and this process is simple and quick.
Most often in this country, Russians work as guides or bartenders, but it should be borne in mind that it is the Thais who still have advantages. Russians in Thailand can even open their own business, which is allowed by local law.
The nuances of permanent residence
If a person plans to stay in Thailand for permanent residence, then he is interested in obtaining citizenship of this country. In fact, this process is complicated, as it will have to perform many complex actions. Russians in Thailand must take into account the following rules in order to obtain citizenship:
- if a person plans to stay in this country for three months or a longer period of time, he must obtain a visa;
- a visa can be student or work, so you will first need to get a study at an educational institution or find a job;
- only if you have citizenship, you can buy a plot of land, vote or take any public office;
- for this you will have to lose citizenship of the Russian Federation;
- if a child is born in Thailand, then he automatically receives the citizenship of this state;
- you can live in this country without citizenship for life;
- most often Russians prefer to come to Thailand for the winter.
If the period of stay does not exceed 30 days, then you can not even get a visa for a legal stay in this country.
Citizenship Rules
To obtain citizenship, you will have to obtain a visa in advance, renounce the citizenship of the Russian Federation, and also apply. At the same time, a person must have available housing and cash.
You need to live in the country for at least 10 years. It is not allowed to violate the laws of the country during this time, and also a person must be over 21 years old. He must receive a certificate confirming a good knowledge of Thai.
How to live in Thailand without citizenship?
Life in Thailand for Russians is considered quite simple, and for this you do not need to immediately obtain citizenship of this state. For a permanent stay in the country, you can choose one of the following options:
- Obtaining a long-term visa with which you can stay in Thailand for more than three years. After that, you can contact the migration service to obtain a residence permit. This document is extended after 10 years, after which a person automatically becomes a citizen of the country. During this period, you can legally work in any city, travel around the country or purchase real estate.
- Doing business. Business in Thailand for Russians is considered affordable, but for this you first need to get permission from the authorities. A permit is issued only on the condition that the proposed activity will be profitable, since only in this case a large amount of taxes will come into the budget.
- Marriage You can marry a local resident, which allows you to get a residence permit and work permit. After that, after a few years, you can count on obtaining citizenship of the country. It is taken into account that the secret of marriage with a foreigner loses his citizenship. She can restore it only after 12 years, submitting documents together with her husband.
- Passage of training. Russians in Thailand can study at a school or university. At the end of the training, they receive a residence permit.
- Work in the country. If a Russian citizen is invited to work in a company in Thailand, then he automatically receives a residence permit.
- Investing money. If you invest in the Thai economy about 200 thousand dollars, then a person receives a residence permit.
Each person independently chooses which method will be most optimal for him.
The nuances of finding work
Jobs in Thailand are provided to Russians even without citizenship of that state. If a person does not plan to stay in the country for longer than 30 days, then he may not apply for a visa. If a Russian citizen wants to live in Thailand, work or study in any city, then he needs a visa, since only if it is available can a person legally stay in the country.
Work is provided only if the Russian has the appropriate permission from the authorities. If the labor activity is carried out illegally, this will lead to imprisonment and the payment of a large fine.
Starting a business
Most often, people prefer to open their own business. In this case, they get several advantages at once:
- they will have an interesting and well-paid job;
- they will immediately be able to obtain a residence permit;
- no work permits required.
In addition, our compatriots are offered standard work in Thailand. Russians have the opportunity to get into schools, kindergartens, bars or restaurants. To work in educational institutions you need to have the appropriate higher education.
If a person knows English well, then he can even get an office in a local company. In this case, they quickly get a work visa. Such a visa is issued for 25 thousand baht. Using this document you can work in any specialty. When applying for a job, it is important to prepare all the necessary documents that are translated into English and notarized.
Cost of housing
If a tourist arrives for a short period of time, then hotels are usually chosen for accommodation. Finding housing for a longer period is not difficult. To do this, you can use the help of real estate agencies or independently find apartments via the Internet.
An official contract is drawn up between the homeowner and the tenant, with which a temporary registration is made. The most expensive are apartments in resort towns. The final price depends on the size of the housing, as well as on how it is equipped. Approximately monthly rent is 5 thousand baht.
In addition, you can buy housing in Thailand. For this, a Russian citizen does not need to possess the citizenship of the country. But the cost of housing for foreigners is considered high. How many Russians are in Thailand is hard to say. This country enjoys well-deserved popularity among people who wish to have a full and comfortable rest. But in addition, many Russian citizens live here permanently.
The medicine
If a person plans to live permanently in Thailand, then he must take out insurance. Only if it is available, you can get help at a medical institution in the detection of various diseases. Additionally, medicines that can be purchased in the country are prescribed in the policy.
The maximum purchase insurance for one year, so it will have to be renewed periodically. For cooperation, you can choose different insurance companies. Russian tourists in Thailand are insured with the help of travel companies or independently buy a policy for the desired period of time.
Children training
There are even Russian schools in Thailand, so children can go to such educational institutions if they do not know English. Russian schools are located in Phuket, Pattaya and Samui.
The school curriculum is identical to the programs in Russia, and after graduating from such a school, children receive a Russian diploma. Education is paid, and the cost is approximately 12 thousand baht per month. Since the number of Russians in Thailand is constantly growing, the number of Russian schoolchildren is regularly increasing.
Disadvantages of living in thailand
In addition to certain advantages, there are also disadvantages of living in this country:
- high air temperature throughout the year, so if a person has heart problems, such living conditions are considered even dangerous for him;
- high humidity, due to which many expensive electronic devices fail due to mold;
- low speed even of the most expensive Internet;
- locals do not know Russian, and also do not understand English well, so for comfortable communication you will have to learn a lot of words in Thai;
- Russian citizens will have to learn to live in a completely different culture, and many moments really do not like Russians;
- corruption in Thailand is highly developed, and for illegal work Russian people may be deprived of their liberty;
- if a person is engaged in business, then he will have to face many pitfalls;
- although there are Russian schools in the country, education is considered too poor, so it is likely that children will not be able to obtain optimal knowledge.
Therefore, before moving to permanent residence in Thailand, you should evaluate the pros and cons of such a decision. You need to determine your place of residence and work in advance, as well as other important points. Only with a positive attitude and a detailed study of the traditions of local residents can you get a lot of pleasant emotions and impressions from moving to another country.
Conclusion
Many Russian citizens prefer to move to Thailand for permanent residence. This solution has many advantages, but it also has some significant disadvantages. You can live in this country even without obtaining citizenship. To do this, you need to apply for a visa and find a job. Additionally, Russians with a student visa can reside in Thailand.
In this country you can not only relax, but also do business or work in different companies. Here you can enjoy fresh seafood, a wonderful climate and interesting culture.