Philippines56.55
Overall rating
Open country profilePhilippines vs. Thailand: Country Comparison
Thailand leads the overall rating with 62.62 points, ahead of Philippines with 56.55 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Volcano Risk and Earthquake Risk.
Philippines
Thailand62.62
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
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Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
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Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Thailand scores clearly better than Philippines on Volcano Risk.
Thailand scores clearly better than Philippines on Earthquake Risk.
Thailand scores clearly better than Philippines on Storm Risk.
Philippines scores clearly better than Thailand on Traffic Deaths.
Philippines scores clearly better than Thailand on Dual Citizenship Allowed.
Thailand scores clearly better than Philippines on Territorial Tax System.
Philippines scores clearly better than Thailand on Fertility Rate.
Thailand scores clearly better than Philippines on Same-Sex Legal Status.
Categories Compared
Philippines
49 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Thailand
57 points
| Topic | Philippines | Thailand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 55 | 61 | Thailand |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 54 | 60 | Thailand |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 29 | 54 | Thailand |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 60 | 58 | Philippines |
| Legal Protection & Property | 44 | 49 | Thailand |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 48 | 60 | Thailand |
Philippines
54 points
❤️ Health
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Thailand
62 points
| Topic | Philippines | Thailand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 52 | 71 | Thailand |
| Environmental Health | 49 | 46 | Philippines |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 61 | 68 | Thailand |
Philippines
60 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Thailand
64 points
| Topic | Philippines | Thailand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 71 | 75 | Thailand |
| Investment & Capital Access | 60 | 66 | Thailand |
| Banking & Fintech | 61 | 71 | Thailand |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 61 | 54 | Philippines |
| Real Estate & Property | 59 | 52 | Philippines |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 45 | 53 | Thailand |
| Macroeconomics | 69 | 74 | Thailand |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 44 | 51 | Thailand |
Philippines
80 points
🏠 Costs
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Thailand
78 points
| Topic | Philippines | Thailand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 68 | 68 | Tie |
| Food & Basic Goods | 53 | 56 | Thailand |
| Dining & Going Out | 97 | 95 | Philippines |
| Mobility Costs | 80 | 78 | Philippines |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 91 | 84 | Philippines |
| Personal Services | 89 | 89 | Tie |
Philippines
46 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Thailand
56 points
| Topic | Philippines | Thailand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 35 | 54 | Thailand |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 42 | 41 | Philippines |
| Electricity & Energy | 64 | 73 | Thailand |
| Internet & Connectivity | 43 | 58 | Thailand |
| Public Transport | 43 | 53 | Thailand |
Philippines
53 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Thailand
61 points
| Topic | Philippines | Thailand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 45 | 46 | Thailand |
| Climate & Weather | 69 | 71 | Thailand |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 66 | 68 | Thailand |
| Leisure & Recreation | 48 | 60 | Thailand |
| Arts & Entertainment | 38 | 45 | Thailand |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 60 | 90 | Thailand |
| Family-Friendly | 47 | 53 | Thailand |
| Pet-Friendly | 51 | 57 | Thailand |
Philippines
55 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Thailand
64 points
| Topic | Philippines | Thailand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 59 | 68 | Thailand |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 47 | 67 | Thailand |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 52 | 74 | Thailand |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 55 | 61 | Thailand |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 50 | 55 | Thailand |
| Language & Integration | 63 | 53 | Philippines |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 69 | 65 | Philippines |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 53 | 63 | Thailand |
Philippines
69 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Thailand
78 points
| Topic | Philippines | Thailand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 56 | 69 | Thailand |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 60 | 71 | Thailand |
| Attractions & Activities | 63 | 80 | Thailand |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 78 | 83 | Thailand |
| Vacation Costs | 91 | 87 | Philippines |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 77 | 82 | Thailand |
Philippines
52 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Thailand
52 points
| Topic | Philippines | Thailand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 60 | 42 | Philippines |
| Education & Knowledge | 56 | 61 | Thailand |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 35 | 41 | Thailand |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 57 | 54 | Philippines |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 47 | 65 | Thailand |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 45 | 52 | Thailand |
| Religion & Worldviews | 60 | 59 | Philippines |
| Demography | 54 | 46 | Philippines |