Quieter, cheaper Thailand. Long-standing nomad hub with serious tradeoffs around burn-season air quality (Feb-Apr).
Thailand's 2024 DTV — 5-year multi-entry with 180-day stays. No income cap, savings-based. Game-changer for SE Asia nomads.
Pay-to-play long-term visa. Starts ~$18k for 5 years. Worth it if you value zero hassle and predictability.
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