Moving to Thailand from Italy
What to Expect
Considering a move from Italy to Thailand? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Italy to Thailand, you would find that Thailand is 35.7% cheaper than Italy overall. A €64,826 salary in Italy would need to be roughly THB1,629,838 in Thailand to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Thai. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Bangkok averages 91°F vs 69°F in Rome, making it significantly warmer.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Italy and Thailand.
What does your salary buy?
€64,826 → THB1,629,838
To maintain the same standard of living in Thailand
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 68.5% less
Groceries
pay 24.3% less
Transportation
pay 33.1% less
Housing
pay 50.5% less
Childcare
pay 10.2% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 29.1% less
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
What the data shows about people moving from Italy to Thailand.
Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Thailand compared to Italy.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
of residents who feel safe walking alone at night
per 100,000 people per year
Italy generally does better on safety, though Thailand leads in feel safe walking at night.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
Italy generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Thailand leads in healthcare spending per person.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
Italy generally does better on environment, though Thailand leads in co₂ emissions per capita.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
Italy generally does better on infrastructure, though Thailand leads in water stress level.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
Thailand generally does better on employment & economy, though Italy leads in gdp per capita.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
percentage of adults who can read and write
Italy performs better than Thailand across all family life metrics.
Data: Italian Revenue Agency, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Rome | Bangkok |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 56°/39°F (13°/4°C) | 91°/74°F (33°/23°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 72°/53°F (22°/11°C) | 93°/78°F (34°/26°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 85°/63°F (29°/17°C) | 90°/77°F (32°/25°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 62°/45°F (17°/7°C) | 89°/73°F (32°/23°C) |
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| Month | Rome | Bangkok |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 53°/38°F (11.9°/3.1°C) | 90°/70°F (32.0°/21.0°C) |
| Feb | 55°/38°F (13.0°/3.5°C) | 91°/74°F (32.7°/23.3°C) |
| Mar | 59°/41°F (15.2°/5.2°C) | 93°/77°F (33.7°/24.9°C) |
| Apr | 64°/46°F (17.7°/7.5°C) | 95°/79°F (34.9°/26.1°C) |
| May | 73°/53°F (22.8°/11.6°C) | 93°/78°F (34.0°/25.6°C) |
| Jun | 80°/60°F (26.9°/15.3°C) | 92°/78°F (33.1°/25.4°C) |
| Jul | 87°/64°F (30.3°/18.0°C) | 91°/77°F (32.7°/25.0°C) |
| Aug | 87°/65°F (30.6°/18.3°C) | 90°/77°F (32.5°/24.9°C) |
| Sep | 80°/59°F (26.5°/15.2°C) | 90°/76°F (32.3°/24.6°C) |
| Oct | 71°/52°F (21.4°/11.3°C) | 90°/76°F (32.0°/24.3°C) |
| Nov | 61°/44°F (15.9°/6.9°C) | 89°/74°F (31.6°/23.1°C) |
| Dec | 55°/40°F (12.6°/4.2°C) | 88°/69°F (31.3°/20.8°C) |
Data:
Italian Air Force- Department of Meteorology,
Thai Meteorological Department
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Italy and Thailand. To live, work, or study long-term in Thailand, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Thailand's immigration authority.
Italy passport holder visiting Thailand
Visa Free
Thailand passport holder visiting Italy
Visa RequiredData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Thailand than Italy?
On average Thailand is about 34% less expensive than Italy, with major cities narrowing the gap.
How much money do I need to move to Thailand?
Budget about THB407,460 for 3 months in Thailand (based on a €64,826 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Thailand?
Connectivity is usually fine (Thailand: 17.5 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Thailand offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Thailand safe for expats?
Italy generally does better on safety, though Thailand leads in feel safe walking at night. The homicide rate in Thailand is 4.8 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.6 in Italy. About 67% of people in Thailand feel safe walking alone at night.
How is healthcare in Thailand compared to Italy?
Italy generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Thailand leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 9.3 doctors per 10,000 people in Thailand, compared to 42.5 in Italy. Thailand scores 82 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Italy: 84).
What's the weather like in Thailand compared to Italy?
The average high temperature in Bangkok is 91°F, compared to 69°F in Rome. Bangkok receives around 59.0 in of rainfall per year, while Rome gets 31.7 in.
What language do they speak in Thailand?
The official language in Thailand is Thai. In Italy, the official languages are Catalan and Italian.
