The MoveToSEA Guides

No fluff. No fantasy.
Just the real guide to moving.

Visas, money, health, housing — written by someone who has lived it, not copied from a government website.

14
In-Depth Guides
4
Countries Covered
2026
All Content Updated
Where & Why

Pick your country

Comparison

Thailand vs Vietnam for Australian Expats: The Honest Comparison

Visa options, cost of living, healthcare and culture — a straight comparison from someone who has helped clients settle in both.

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Country Guide

Retiring in Cambodia as an Australian: Visa, Costs & What No One Tells You

The most affordable country in Southeast Asia — a long-stay visa, low costs, and a welcoming culture.

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City Guide

Beyond Bangkok and Da Nang: The Cities Most Australians Don't Know About

Vung Tau, Hua Hin, Hoi An — large established communities and far lower costs than the usual suspects.

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Visas & Entry

Live there legally

Visa Guide

Thailand Retirement Visa 2026: The Australian's Complete Guide

The Non-Immigrant O-A Visa — requirements, documents, health insurance, and how to renew without drama.

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Visa Guide

The Philippines SRRV: Southeast Asia's Clearest Retirement Visa for Australians

Clear requirements, English everywhere, and a genuinely welcoming culture — the most straightforward retirement visa in the region.

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Money & Finance

Don't leave this stuff to chance

Cost Guide

Cost of Living in Thailand & Vietnam 2026: Real Numbers

Real budgets from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, HCMC and Da Nang — not the $800/month fantasy you see on YouTube.

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Tax Guide

Australian Expat Tax Guide 2026: What Happens When You Leave

Tax residency, super, CGT exemptions, and what to tell the ATO — the decisions you need to make before you depart.

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Money Transfers

Best International Money Transfers for Australians 2026

Stop paying bank SWIFT fees. Wise, OFX, Revolut and CurrencyFair — the cheapest ways to move Australian dollars overseas.

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Banking Guide

Expat Banking for Australians: Managing Money Overseas 2026

Which Australian accounts to keep, which to close, and how to set up your banking in Thailand or Vietnam.

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Health & Practical Life

The day-to-day stuff that matters

Health Guide

Healthcare for Australian Expats in Thailand: Hospitals, Insurance & Real Costs

World-class private hospitals at a fraction of Australian prices — what you need, what it costs, and which insurance is worth buying.

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Insurance Guide

International Health Insurance for Australian Expats in SE Asia 2026

Cigna, Allianz, AXA, Bupa — who to choose, what it costs by age, and the pre-existing conditions conversation nobody wants to have.

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Housing Guide

How to Find an Apartment in Thailand or Vietnam Without Getting Scammed

Dodgy landlords, bait-and-switch listings, deposits that vanish — how to find a great place and protect yourself every step of the way.

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Tech & Tools

Best VPN for Australian Expats in Thailand and Vietnam 2026

Watch Stan, Foxtel and ABC iView from Southeast Asia — the best VPNs tested for streaming, banking access, and security.

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