International Removals UK to Thailand

An international move to Thailand from the UK takes 6-14 days. This is the time it takes from the port in X to the port in Bangkok. This doesn’t include the time for collection, packing or onward delivery in Thailand.

To ship your personal belongings to Thailand, we will need you to provide us with the following documents:

• A copy of your passport including the visa page
• A valid work permit or residency visa
• A Bill of Lading which is issued by 1st Move International and highlights the contents of the shipment
• An inventory list
• Declaration of value for any items that you’ve owned for less than 6 months
• Proof of accommodation in Thailand

All documents can be uploaded via our secure document transfer page.

Work or Business Visa (Non-Immigrant Visa B)

If you’re moving to Thailand for work, you’ll need to apply for a Non-Immigrant Visa B. There are a few types of work or business visa, you can view them all on the Thai Embassy in London website . These are initially issued for up to 90 days but can be extended up to 1 year. Once you have a work permit, you can extend this each year for 1 year at a time. You will need to match the following requirements:

Key Requirements:

• Copies of your valid UK passport accompanied by passport-sized photos
• A valid job offer from a company in Thailand
• A valid Work Permit applied for by your employer once you’ve moved to Thailand
• Documents to support sponsorship such as proof the company is legitimate
• Proof that you have a minimum of 30,000 THB (£700) via bank statements

You can apply via the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate, find the full information on the Business Visa page here .

The Non-Immigrant O Visa-Marriage are issued to those who are spouses, parents, or children of Thai nationals. They are valid for 90 days initially but can be extended up to 1 year.

Key Requirements:

• A valid UK passport with copies and passport-size photos of a recent photo of you
• A copy of your marriage certificate or other documents to prove relations
• Evidence of a monthly income of 40,000 THB (£880) or 400,000 THB (£8,800) in a Thai bank
• Proof of residence in Thailand

Find the full list of requirements and more information on the Spouse and Family Visa page on the Thai Embassy in London website .

Permanent Residency

Once you have held one of the Non-Immigrant Visas for a minimum of 3 years, you can apply for a Permanent Residency visa in Thailand. You can apply through investment, marriage or work, so requirements vary.

Key Requirements:

• Evidence of holding a Non-Immigrant Visa for 3 years
• If applying via work, be employed in Thailand and have a valid Work Permit for the last 3 years
• If applying through marriage, you must provide copies of your marriage certificate that proves you have been married to a Thai national for 5 years
• If applying through investment, proof of investing 10 million THB (£220,000) in the Thai economy
• Proof of income that meets the specific minimum
• Police clearance certificate
• Medical clearance certificate

You can find the full requirements and more information on the Thai Embassy website .

We are regulated customs brokers so are here to help with the whole process. We’ll provide you with the essential customs documents and take care of customs clearance. You’ll also benefit from Fast Track customs clearance due to the way we ship your items.

Yes, you can move to Thailand with your pet if you meet the following requirements:

1. Microchipped: All pets must have an ISO 11784/11785 compliant 15-digit pet microchip.
2. Import Permit: You must get a valid import permit for your pet online from the Department of Livestock Development.
3. Rabies Vaccination: Your pet must have their rabies vaccination 21 days before travel but no more than 12 months before entry.
4. Health Certificate: A licensed vet must declare your pet fit to travel with an International Health Certificate issued within 7 days of traveling.
5. Parasite Treatment: Your pet must finally be treated for pests internally and externally.

Yes, our shipping container tracking tool lets you track the progress of your shipment as soon as it has left the UK port.

The cost of living in Thailand is 92% cheaper than in the UK , making it an extremely affordable place to live. A 3-bedroom apartment in the city will cost THB 38,165.67 (£878.54) per month in rent, compared to THB 76,573.92 (£1,762.67) in the UK. Transportation, groceries, utilities and restaurant prices are all more affordable in Thailand. The average salary is significantly lower in Thailand, averaging at THB 19,821.76 (£456.28) per month, but the low cost of living helps to balance this out.

The public healthcare system in Thailand is funded by the government to provide universal healthcare to Thai citizens and residents at little to no cost. There is also private healthcare available that offers lower waiting times but comes at a higher cost. The level of care in both public and private hospitals is of a high standard. Many expats opt to get health insurance to cover private healthcare costs.

Primary education in Thailand begins at age 6 and ends at 12 where students attend lower secondary school until the age of 15. After this, students can continue Upper Secondary School or choose to enrol in vocational studies or enter employment. Many international schools in Thailand offer British GCSEs and A-Levels. You can typically find these in major cities such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket. Some public schools in Thailand offer English Program classes where students are taught in English.

The tourism and hospitality sectors are the leading industries in Thailand, making up a large part of the economy. The manufacturing industry is a significant hub in Southeast Asia for the creation of cars, electronics and consumer goods. IT, healthcare and agriculture are important sectors that comprise a large part of Thailand’s economy. At present, there is a demand for highly skilled professionals in the science, technology, engineering and maths sectors.