Best for budget
Thailand
Lower monthly income thresholds make this option easier to qualify for financially.
Side-by-side visa comparison
Thailand vs Indonesia — Digital Nomad Visa Comparison
Thailand requires $0/month with 60 months stay, while Indonesia requires $5,000/month with 12 months stay. Thailand wins on budget.
Budget
Thailand
Long-term
Thailand
Fastest
Thailand
Feature
Thailand
Indonesia
Minimum Income
$0/month
$5,000/month
Duration
60 months
12 months
Processing Time
2 weeks
4 weeks
Application Fee
$300
$550
Tax Status
Foreign-sourced income is generally not subject to Thai tax if it is not remitted under the applicable rules.
KITAS holders are likely tax residents from day 1. Non-resident flat rate: 20%. Tax data synced between Directorate General of Taxes and Immigration as of 2026.
Dependents
Yes
No
Path to Residency
No
No
Path to Citizenship
No
No
Best for long-term
Thailand
Longer approved stay periods reduce renewal pressure and support slower relocation plans.
Fastest processing
Thailand
Shorter processing windows can make this the better pick for near-term travel timelines.
Next step
Check Thailand eligibility for your nationality
Next step
Check Indonesia eligibility for your nationality