Krabi has been drawing a growing number of tourists to its award winning beaches and spectacular topography and become an international holiday destination in its own right. As tourism has developed, many more have discovered Krabi as the ideal retirement location.

Infrastructure

With its excellent infrastructure of well maintained roads, bus services and the new international terminal at Krabi International Airport, traveling in Krabi has never been easier. Cheaper land prices are attracting those who find Samui and Phuket prices prohibitive, and it is still quite easy to find a quiet, private locale for your new retirement home.
The major shopping centers are all in place, with Makro, Big C and two Tesco Lotus open to serve shoppers. The new Krabi Nakharin International Hospital has opened in Krabi Town, providing the full range of medical care and 24 hour service.

Retirement Visas

Thailand welcomes retirees to live in the Land of Smiles, and the Immigration Department in Krabi has helped many foreigners over the age of 50 make Krabi their retirement home through the Retirement Visa – Type O. Khun Wanlee Nutong, Immigration Officer in charge of Retirement Visas at Krabi Immigration has handled many retirees get their retirement visas in Krabi. “We welcome all those retirees to come to Krabi to make their new home,” she said. With an 800,000 baht deposit into a Thai bank account or certified pension of 65,000 baht a month, retirees can enjoy a healthy, safe and enjoyable lifestyle in Krabi.