Cambodia Vs Thailand: A Comparison for Expat Life

Curious about how Cambodia and Thailand compare? In this video, we break down the key differences and similarities between these two amazing countries. From cost of living and visa options to healthcare and daily life. Whether you're planning a trip, considering a move, or just exploring your options, this guide is packed with insights to help you decide.
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[@thomasfoldes]

Cambodia has the option to have a retirement VISA for age 50-54. It just costs more than at 55 and the income qualifications are different. But it’s less complicated than Thailand.

[@TruthTellerTH-k3w]

Overcomplicating things is a trademark of Thailand.

[@ShawnVanNinja]

I just looked it up and it says you have to be 55

[@onehappykamper]

Anywhere is less complicated than Thailand 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@MMPlaneSpotting-su3ns]

Living in Phnom Penh I can find any kind of food I want. I love Tex-Mex and we have many restaurant choices for that, and being from Texas, I found a Texas BBQ restaurant. All the restaurants where I have tried the western style foods have been very good. For me, it's just like being in the US, minus the political climate and high cost of living. I had 2 job offers within 3 days of shooting my CV out for English language teaching positions. Cheers from PP!

[@ขุนเขาแห่งความสงบ]

You are suitable for Cambodia.

[@plantoplant138]

Yes, of course. ดีแล้วที่ทำคลิปนี้ เหมือนหมวกคัดสรรที่ฮอกวอร์ต

[@timewithsopy]

Children in Cambodia are required to learn both Cambodian and English. First half of the day is Cambodian. The second half of the day will teach them English.

[@TheBuddyShowWorldwide]

There is a surprising amount of English here!

[@VyKetetrorp]

​@@TheBuddyShowWorldwide Many young people in Cambodia can understand English. I’d say around 80% of them, because English is considered very important. Our teachers always emphasize that English is the language we can use everywhere . It's an international language.

[@stephenhalloway6633]

Now Chinese....

[@VyKetetrorp]

​@@stephenhalloway6633 I don't know if you are Khmer or not, but I think Chinese is the third or fourth language. In my opinion, the correct order might be Khmer, English, Spanish, and then Chinese.

[@mallya9424]

Thank you for bringing up this subject and sorry to say this but there’s not even a comparison of this two places Thailand has progressed ahead when it comes to infrastructure health safety internet food academic etc… as you mentioned Cambodia is gradually growing and is a up and coming country about the burning season in these regions of southeastern Asia like Laos,Cambodia’s,Vietnam,Myanmar Thailand as long as i can remember growing up in the northeastern region of Thailand folks from all of these countries that are mentioned they have been doing this for ever and if you’re looking for a cheaper alternatives then please go and check out Cambodia or other nearby countries who knows the grass might be greener on the other side or as Thai folks would say it up to you thank you great video

[@TheBuddyShowWorldwide]

No burning season in Siem Reap.

[@jamessmith1652]

The irony is Thailand seems to occupy a sweet spot in terms of progress. Not too much not too little. If it one day catches up to the likes of Taiwan or South Korea, many expats will probably bemoan the "progress".

[@TheBuddyShowWorldwide]

Two years in Thailand, I'll take Cambodia.

[@epaulfischer7360]

I had a similar experience in Thailand my first day. Drove the rented scooter to the mall and left the keys in it in the on position. Came out hours later to a dead battery. I wouldn’t have had that problem in the US since the scooter would have been long gone.

[@VOKA9456]

Do what makes you comfortable because it is your right to choose any country to live in. Comparisons are always biased because they will be biased towards what you like. There may be many other people who choose Thailand because they like it better. Attitudes and opinions in presenting are individual matters but decisions are also personal rights.

[@oliviachenault2212]

Cambodia has modernized 🎉amenities. I lived in a beautiful villa in Phnom Penh and international food in Cambodia too

[@stevekalasin7021]

I live in Thailand but I find Cambodia people are a lot friendlier

[@sting114]

They are friendlier unless you are working with them doing something kind of investments or business . Then they will try to scam you out for as much as possible

[@crochetwit_khmer7365]

@@sting114you never travel to Cambodia to say such thing lol scam are everywhere in this planet Cambodia rank as the friendliest country in the world for a reason

[@mutitapen3966]

@@sting114as If devolop country like Thailand doesn’t have scam ? Cambodian generally friendly if you ask any tourist that been to Cambodia get out of Thailand and see how beautiful the real world don’t leave comment if you’re gonna have bias

[@kainglim9004]

@@crochetwit_khmer7365 you are completely right. I have travelled to thailand and i felt thai people are less friendly

[@crochetwit_khmer7365]

@ yes if you watch every first impression of Cambodia 🇰🇭 the first things every KZbinr mention is how friendly Cambodian are and this person probably never been to Cambodia trying to fake about that

[@DamienGWilson]

The age requirement for the retirement visa in Cambodia isn’t set in stone. I was granted a retirement visa at 42 years old… did it through a travel agency without any hassle/pushback from immigration.

[@PracticalTechAndAI]

Excellent comparison. I believe most people would lean toward Thailand, however, a great point on getting away from western people by picking Cambodia instead.

[@winnerwinnerchickendinner8809]

@@PracticalTechAndAI more and more you see forigeners now in Cambodia

[@VyKetetrorp]

Thailand is already wealthy, while Cambodia is still struggling with poverty. In the spirit of humanity, we need to help those in need to improve their lives. Many Cambodian children don’t have the chance to go to school and rely on support from foreigners. Let’s help Cambodian children they are living very difficult lives.🙏🙏

[@winnerwinnerchickendinner8809]

@@VyKetetrorp so is laos last time visited. Poor as dirt and largers neighbors like Thailand and Vietnam look down on them. I'd rather prefer to visited Cambodia and Laos to help stimulate ecomony

[@VyKetetrorp]

​@@winnerwinnerchickendinner8809 Thank you for coming and for your existence in Laos or Cambodia, which has made a difference in the lives of children.❤🙏

[@stephendennis8492]

Excellent balanced analysis

[@iriswings9256]

From your opinion, you don’t not think about the issues that Thailand has many provinces (77 provinces) to find out of their attractions, many of them are not the tourist places, and still fresh and lots of things to observe. Most of provinces in Thailand did not promote but still have the charm, still authentic, low tourists, low price, many types of local food you could not found in big provinces, therefore you should explore more to make the conclusion.

[@winnerwinnerchickendinner8809]

Cambodia and laos is my destination retirement

[@jnsa9454]

@@winnerwinnerchickendinner8809 curious...what's drawing you to those two countries?

[@winnerwinnerchickendinner8809]

@@jnsa9454 although those two countries might not offered the same as Thailand nor Vietnam but the people are honest with real authentic cultures

[@vassanab4243]

@@winnerwinnerchickendinner8809real authentic culture?😂

[@ccie4101]

Laos is one of the poorest countries in the world with an inept but utterly corrupt communist government

[@kirksulu]

@@winnerwinnerchickendinner8809 Real authentic culture? What does that even mean?

[@sornthanh7212]

Follow from countryside Oral district people in Cambodia 🇰🇭 , cost living in my home town Oral district, from $250-$500 two people easy, but not able to in City in Cambodia

[@laykhom3212]

Great video and well explained

[@beaugoodview4721]

But I think Thailand is much better place than Cambodia

[@C1K450]

I want to move to Cambodia just to use my skills if it’s any available to Cambodia and help the country technologically.

[@lorybun986]

Hey what do you waiting for, go for it 👍

[@TheSnookman]

Please do Thailand to Vietnam next.

[@TheNarrowGate]

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[@myKunKhmer-mkk]

A well balanced comparison. I'm Cambodian but no doubt Thailand has a lot more to offer. They have been more prosperous for decades while Cambodia has just recovered from wars. Now Cambodia is getting better day by day, although we are still far behind Thailand in many aspects.

[@KB3TLE]

Cost of living (?) - ''on a monthly basis'' - Thailand may on be a little bit more (!) - AFTER - you park 800,000 Baht in a bank of theirs !!! --- A not so 'friendly' aspect for many ! --- Visa is no comparison for the over 55 ''retirement visa" in Cambodia. Siem Reap is an ideal spot for overall low cost of living and proximity to Bangkok for medical being a 1 hour flight. - - - Thailand may be more appealing for people who are more wealthy and have less need for a lower budget. Those on a tighter budget for retirement may really appreciate Siem Reap for all factors considered.

[@ammerudgrenda]

The 800,000 baht is not a fee. It’s just a temporary deposit to make sure you are financially stable. Reason: Too many times, foreigners have run out of money and skipped the country without paying their bills.

[@BeekicchinDaidocoro]

@@ammerudgrendathe Thai should asked for more. Most countries required much higher in security deposit= it is a settlement after all. Health and medical bills alone would have tripled that at the minimal for small operations to planned opt. Unless all foreigners looking to base in Thailand were made to cover their own medical bills or having a full medical insurance taken out before settling.

[@MonchaiLiengsupa]

Thailand has a slightly higher cost of living, but this is compensated by High-speed internet covering the country, world-class health care, world-class superstores and department stores, advanced infrastructure (Sky Train and Subway, Hoghhway, Expressway), and beautiful beaches and mountains. In addition, there are over 15,000 convenience stores spread over the country including Seven-Eleven, Big-C, Makro, Tesco Lotus, Family Mart, Max Value, Tops Supermarket, etc.

[@fmtnic]

Cost of living will depend on what currency your wealth or income is in. Cambodia is USD currency. Any larger price-tag, including rent, will be in USD. The riel is pegged to the USD. THB/USD exchange rate fluctuates quite a bit. There is a huge surplus of cheap new modern housing in Cambodia. Thai food is WAY better than Cambodian food. Very good comparison video!

[@mangostickyrice555]

Thumbs up 👍 Tony

[@TheNarrowGate]

Thanks 👍

[@linasin1646]

Number one problem for thailand is it has very bad air pollution.

[@burgerr.5599]

Don’t you know some smoke came from burning in Cambodia?

[@jackket6708]

Smoke in Thailand in winter season come from people burning fields to clear brushes as in the ChiangMai area up north where air is boxed in and stagnated by mountain ranges. Cambodia is more open to seas close by and less smoke pollution.

[@theparitt]

the problem is buring in Cambodia that's why it causes a lot of air pollution in Thailand

[@ช่องปลิว]

retirement? Thailand more cost than Cambodia that Facts. But choose your life quality too. Especially Healthcare system any country can compare is Singapore and thailand only. Many Case foreigners die because too late to hospital that have A latest health equipment.

[@kesarinb]

Laos and Cambodia look like countryside of Thai same to Korean-Japan

[@kosalch8972]

😂😂😂

[@reamtevada7685]

Who like polluted city with horrible traffic jam

[@goodhope449]

For expats who will settle down abroad, I highly recommend all of you to learn local language ,not that much but just little in order to make your lives comfortable over there and please expect to speak English to all local people, this way, you don't need to move out your country, you really only fit in it.

[@melaniemontgomery5946]

If Cambodia cheaper why don’t you move there !?

[@BNg-BKK]

I hope you should move out and go to your "dreamland" as soon as you can.

[@manolexing68]

I agree with you on all points. However, I would like to add a cap-all kind of statement on both countries. My feeling is that, if you want a S. E. Asian feel in a "purist" way for a lifestyle, Cambodia would probably be your best bet. Thailand has become very very westernized simply because the society is very open to change to a high degree where such openess can be convenient and/or commercialized, coupled with the fact that Thailand has opened up to modernization many decades before Cambodia--- basically a big head start. Moreover, Thai mentality for engaging with all societies and countries, has always been very open, so there are just much more opportunity for foreign investment here than in Cambodia. Also, I don't know the real reason for this, but there is tendency for businesses to grow much faster and go international from Thailand, than from Cambodia; with this, comes the creation of much more indigenous capital, which in turn, speeds up development of all sorts within Thailand. Given all that Thailand is, it also entails that large problems with city smog is present in Thailand, whereas it should be limited in Cambodia. In short, I think Thailand is for those that cannot leave the busy life behind and constantly need a fix of it. Of course, one can live in the rural areas to stay away from the busy life, but it won't be far away in Thailand. However, I feel Cambodia is just more serene overall.

[@jamestravis1037]

My friend Rick was a digital Nomad

[@dannyho6786]

Thanx !

[@TheNarrowGate]

You're welcome!

[@អាធ្រាត_AhThreat]

i like nature of your background

[@TheNarrowGate]

Thank you very much! 😊🙏🏻

[@astrogypsy]

I have heard burning season isn't too bad in Seam Reap or Hua Hin. Any locals here that can comment on that?

[@VyKetetrorp]

Yes, it’s a bit hot, but in Siem Reap, there are many trees along the roads. If you want to go to the market, Cambodians usually go in the morning.

[@komsangmktv3004]

Please move to claimbodia as soon as possible sir , you will got happiness

[@anuwatsrisumat3135]

อย่าเปรียบเทียบเลยกัมพูชาดีกว่าอย่ามาอยู่ไทยเลยมาเที่ยวก็พอ,การรักษาก็มาเลยอยูาทีาเหมรนะดีแล้ว

[@darp007]

Great analysis of relevant points Tony. Please do a comparison of Armenia Vs Thailand too. I'm pretty sure Thai will win for cost of living and medical care but taxes,food and PR are things Armenia has the edge over many nations. Looking forward to it some day. Great video as always!❤

[@Watchalone]

People should live in Cambodia Laos or Myanmar and come to Thailand just for travel and healthcare only.

[@burgerr.5599]

Live in Thailand life is easier.

[@roamanxo5882]

There are quality condos all over Thailand for 250 to 300 USD per month that you will never be able to find in Cambodia. Thailand wins this category by far.

[@VyKetetrorp]

Cambodia also has its own luxuries; it just depends on what type of luxury you prefer. I’d say the main issue with the cost of living in Cambodia is that transportation is more expensive than in Thailand, but it’s still affordable.

[@De_Cambo]

​@@VyKetetrorp you got it right 👍

[@readwrite1815]

Cambodia is definitely better. Cambodia is safe, clean and well-organized. The public service is good. I love nightlife in Sihanoukville and its white sandy beach.

[@TheZevvy]

Safe, clean, well-organized…I think Cambodia is complete opposite of all these things

[@Tintin-rz9rk]

Il faut arrêter l'alcool tout de suite!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheLightFF906]

I have noticed one thing-Cambodia seems not to have big or famous KZbin channels/blogs. Most of the news we heard about Cambodia was made by Thai KZbinrs, Westerners, ... .

[@MonchaiLiengsupa]

Do you mean the land of Scammers is very safe 😅😅😅

[@suk_Qqa89]

Sorry, Idon't think so😂😅

[@ASEANPPART]

How about Temple? 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@joy.max.]

Thailand is better. Cambodia, only when the old people of 75 are gone. They are still there and have dressed differently. 😂

[@jamessmith1652]

Cambodia is right next to Myanmar and even below (less corrupt than) The Philippines on ASEAN's corruption index. I think a lot of people overlook this, dazzled by the low prices. Corruption isn't a problem for people...until it is.

[@cameronset-chan8409]

No thanks, There are too many snakes!!!

[@jnsa9454]

I like these comparison between SE Asian countries. It would be great to do a ✅ checklist like... If you need (ease if public transport) then (country) is best... If you're looking for xxx then... I'm biased towards TH but I am curious about Cambodia too. Other than cost of living, what would Cambodia offer?

[@amandaneumann1173]

Are you ever afraid of tigers 😅

[@trueman2542]

Be careful, my friend. In Cambodia, roads are very dangerous-no pavements and not pedestrian-friendly. Pure wild west traffic...

[@linasin1646]

Cambodia has better air condition than thailand 100%.

[@ขุนเขาแห่งความสงบ]

😂😂😂😂

[@burgerr.5599]

No Cambodia roads in rural are full of red dust all the time.

[@Gizziiusa]

Have noticed both countries seem to have a "chip on their shoulder" when it comes to one another, especially among the ppl in govt positions. This wasnt apparent, as far as I could tell, based on my last visit in 2018. Why this is the case ? dont know, but I can speculate. firstly, co-vid hit the world hard, especially so in the global tourism sector. Countries that rely on this type of revenue, be it mild to moderate (that would be Thailand, and Cambodia, respectively) "felt it". With tourism not rebounding as some/ to many thought it would back into a boom cycle, it has become competitive for that tourist $$$. There is also a possibility of a big brother- lil bro dynamic going on here too. with the big one, with a higher GNI, HDI, etc is behaving like a bully to his lil bro neighbor ?? imo, both need to "get back to their shared heritage" roots and be more cooperative with one another. Indeed, they both "have it in them" to do so....whether they actually do or not remains to be seen. I wish them both "chok dee" (Good fortune) . ~gizziiusa

[@TheBuddyShowWorldwide]

No one wants foreigner's advice.

[@langston3286]

Its goes back further than that.. Centuries old..

[@Gizziiusa]

@@langston3286 been visiting both countries for 2 decades. im only saying based on what im seeing and hearing from both. antidotal info. (immigration guy at SR airport scolding me for using Thai just as I flew in...We use Khmer and English here. ok, whatever. it being suggested I not wear my Cambodia hat when coming back into TLand. other examples too. NEVER had that before). Centuries old. sure. but now its different b/c Cambodia has "got its shit together" to a degree and maybe TLAnd feels a bit threatened by it (?)

[@vassanab4243]

⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠Thailand is not only a Disneyland for foreign tourists that all people in the country have to work in tourism. Tourism is important but it’ not the first rank sector that contribute to GDP, no.1 is actually exporting. Many workers in tourist area are not even Thais but people from neighboring countries. Thais in general never talk about Cambodian until recently, 5 or ten years I’m not sure but it start from Claimbodia try to claim every Thai culture as their own and accuse Thailand for copying them, from Thai traditional dress, to Muay Thai, Khon , Thai food, Songkran festival which Clambodia said they are the original since Angor era when in fact many things are developed later on in late Ayutthaya era and Rattankosin era. Cambodia was under Siam (Thailand) for 400 years so of course they gonna got influence from Siam, not the other way around. If not because of France, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia would be still the same country. Anyway a lot of people think that China who invest a lot on Cambodia is behind this, they are good at copy and claim.

[@cambodianlovely1609]

​@@vassanab4243u should to learn history about cambodia and siam again. This time u shouldn't learn from the thai education. YOUR BOOKS HISTORY HAS BEEN LIED U IN YOUR WHOLE LIFE. THIEFLAND

[@ooddoododo]

Cambodia dangerous country I have ever been .

[@samnangrin1168]

Stop spread fake information about other country even you are Thai people, you don't need to act like one.

[@ooddoododo]

​@@samnangrin1168 Stop your barking. It's true.!!!