Thailand is an attractive place to live for many Swiss citizens, whether because of family, low costs of living, or the opportunity to enjoy retirement in a warm climate. For Thai nationals who have lived in Switzerland for a longer period, the question often arises at some point whether they want to return to Thailand and what needs to be considered when doing so.
At first glance, all cases are about the same thing: leaving Switzerland and establishing a new center of one’s life in Thailand. In practice, however, the legal, financial, and administrative consequences differ somewhat depending on the individual life situation.
The following posts deal primarily with moving out of Switzerland. As a Swiss citizen, you will of course need to arrange for a residence permit in Thailand.
Emigrating Before Retirement Age
Swiss citizens who move to Thailand before retirement age should pay particular attention to AHV, pension fund, pillar 3a, health insurance, and taxes. At this stage of life, the main focus is on avoiding gaps in retirement provision and planning the move in such a way that future pension entitlements are not unnecessarily reduced.
More details in the detailed article: Emigrating to Thailand as a Swiss Citizen Before Retirement Age
Emigrating at Retirement Age
Those who are already retired or are shortly before retirement have different priorities. The key issues here include, in particular, the payment of the AHV pension abroad, the pension fund, health insurance, supplementary benefits, taxes, and practical questions related to everyday life in Thailand.
More details in the detailed article: Emigrating to Thailand as a Swiss Citizen to Enjoy Retirement There
Returning to Thailand as Thai citizen
For Thai nationals returning from Switzerland to Thailand, other topics become important. Important aspects include, in particular, AHV entitlements or a possible refund, the pension fund, pillar 3a, tax matters, banking relationships, and properly deregistering in Switzerland.
More details in the detailed article: Returning to Thailand as a Thai National
