Thailand vs Philippines

Side-by-side comparison of taxes, quality of life, and safety for expats in 2026.

Thailand

Thailand

Tax Burden 20.2%
Economic Freedom 62.2 pts
Safety (Homicides/100k) 4.8
Digital Nomad Visa Yes
Philippines

Philippines

Tax Burden 16.7%
Economic Freedom 62.9 pts
Safety (Homicides/100k) 4.3
Digital Nomad Visa No