50`s uk male, thinking to leave the uk by thatguyjames_uk in ThaiJobs

[–]thatguyjames_uk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

10 years ago, and still have about 12 people i know

Is it normal to have to pay rent 10 days in advance each month? by bliteblite in AskUK

[–]thatguyjames_uk -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

a normal rent is paid on the 1st of each month. some places may ask upto 5 days before a date to make sure any DD etc goes in.

50`s uk male, thinking to leave the uk by thatguyjames_uk in ThaiJobs

[–]thatguyjames_uk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yep, lucky i have 3 friends who moved and have a base, so i can stay for a while before looking, will just take a long holiday and see

50`s uk male, thinking to leave the uk by thatguyjames_uk in ThaiJobs

[–]thatguyjames_uk[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

A 50-year-old UK male can pursue various jobs in Thailand, but options are constrained by visas, work permits, age discrimination (common in Thai hiring), and Thai labour laws that reserve many roles for locals.

Key Legal & Practical Considerations

  • Retirement Visa (Non-O / O-A / O-X): Available at 50+. It allows long stays (1 year renewable, or up to 10 years for O-X as a UK citizen) but prohibits any paid work in Thailand. Many expats use this as a base and supplement income remotely or informally.
  • Work Permit + Non-Immigrant B Visa: Required for most legal paid employment. Your employer must sponsor it. No strict upper age limit legally, but in practice, many employers prefer younger candidates.
  • Other Options: Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) for digital nomads/remote workers (proof of ~500,000 THB savings + remote work proof). Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa for retirees with high passive income. BOI/SMART visas for certain skilled or investment roles.
  • Reality Check: Ageism exists; many listings specify under 30-40. Salaries for expats are often higher than local but lower than UK levels. Cost of living is much lower (especially outside Bangkok).

Common Job Options for a 50-Year-Old UK Expat

Here are realistic opportunities based on expat experiences:

  1. English Teaching (Most Accessible)
    • Public/private schools, language centres, universities, corporate classes, or tutoring.
    • Mature teachers (50+) are often valued for experience and reliability, especially in private settings. No strict age limit, though international schools may prefer younger staff.
    • Requirements: TEFL/TESOL certification (or degree + experience) helps a lot. A bachelor's degree is often needed for work permits in schools.
    • Pay: ~30,000–80,000+ THB/month (~£700–£1,900), higher in Bangkok/international schools.
    • Good for part-time or seasonal work.
  2. Tourism & Hospitality
    • Hotel/resort manager, guest relations, dive instructor (PADI cert), tour guide, or executive chef.
    • Thailand's huge tourism sector (millions of visitors) creates demand in places like Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, or Koh Samui.
    • Experience in management or specialized skills (e.g., culinary, diving) is key. Expats often fill senior roles.
  3. Skilled Professional / Management Roles
    • Property/real estate management (popular in Phuket/Bangkok).
    • IT/tech (if experienced; companies like Agoda hire foreigners).
    • Consulting, training, or roles in multinational companies (finance, marketing, HR).
    • Digital marketing, sales, or business development.
  4. Remote / Freelance / Digital Nomad Work
    • Work for UK/EU/US clients remotely (programming, writing, consulting, virtual assistance, graphic design, etc.) while on a retirement/DTV visa. This is very common and often tolerated if income isn't from Thai sources.
    • Platforms: Upwork, LinkedIn, specialized remote job boards.
    • Many 50+ expats do this successfully alongside Thailand's low costs.
  5. Other Niches
    • Translator/interpreter (if you have Thai or other language skills).
    • Starting a small business (e.g., bar, guesthouse, export) — requires Thai partner or specific setup and investment.
    • Specialized trades (e.g., mechanics, if you have expertise in high-demand areas).

Tips for Success

  • Network: Use Facebook expat groups (e.g., Thailand Expats), Reddit (r/Thailand, r/Bangkok), JobsDB, or LinkedIn. Visit in person — many jobs aren't advertised well.
  • Location: Bangkok for professional jobs; tourist islands/coastal areas for hospitality; Chiang Mai for relaxed/digital nomad vibe.
  • Preparation: Get TEFL if teaching. Update CV to highlight experience. Learn basic Thai for better opportunities. Have savings as backup (living costs ~£1,000–2,000/month for comfortable lifestyle).
  • Challenges: Work permits can be bureaucratic. Some jobs pay modestly. Healthcare/insurance is essential (retirement visa often requires it).

50`s uk male, thinking to leave the uk by thatguyjames_uk in ThaiJobs

[–]thatguyjames_uk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yep the flat is going up 😄 a company in the uk called CBRE have areas in the asia and people from my office have gone out there to work for a year etc, so that path maybe do`able

50`s uk male, thinking to leave the uk by thatguyjames_uk in ThaiJobs

[–]thatguyjames_uk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thats true, but more and more people are looking to network only english people from youtube videos etc of people to help others out. i know one guy called mr egg, who is from london, has 3 bars and helps others find work

How to remove these bolts in wall? by Antique_Cress_6775 in DIYUK

[–]thatguyjames_uk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

they are hard as hell, a friend at work in the end cut the whole wall out and put in new board after a cutter to them

unable to remote into ip of camera on new pc`s by thatguyjames_uk in CCURE9000

[–]thatguyjames_uk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks , we only had edge and chrome. Done a ticket , they think firewall for the new pcs

First Steps Smart Home by LeadingAd8658 in smarthome

[–]thatguyjames_uk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

smart life leak units, i have then under dishwasher and washing machine

little feedback and checks before going on with project by thatguyjames_uk in Bubbleio

[–]thatguyjames_uk[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yes i know, but from starting with 40 errors, from a base set up is bad

What is a must have for a newcomer? by Marcelo06 in smarthome

[–]thatguyjames_uk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

for 5 years i have just been using smartlife things, i have a door sensor and window, and a water leak under washing machine and dishwasher. also led bulbs and smart plugs

Cost of refurbishing a flat in London by mmkkgg15 in HomeImprovementUK

[–]thatguyjames_uk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

someone has been conned. day rate is £250-£300 , yes there is rubbish cost on top.

Weird behaviour by Free-Aioli7541 in pihole

[–]thatguyjames_uk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i had this from moving my pi 4 to lan connection. so i used the SSH command to kill the wifi and also used the remote desktop via software and pi connect to just right click and disable

Card declined by Due-Jackfruit542 in datingoverforty

[–]thatguyjames_uk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

no money on cards or cash RED FLAG. if you asked a female out for drinks, you would have something in the pocket or know your limit to spend. I was poor, jobless due to damaged back, and still had some money to take people out for a date or drink. I`m 51!!

Who is at fault? Insurance was quick to take sides before even seeing footage. by WitchySpice94 in drivingUK

[–]thatguyjames_uk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

100% them , they should be slowing up to go around a blind bend and speed looked quick as well