Chiang Mai vs Dubai for remote workers
Chiang Mai is about 73% cheaper than Dubai ($890 vs $3,250 a month). Dubai has faster typical internet.
| 🇹🇭 Chiang Mai | 🇦🇪 Dubai | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total | $890 | $3,250 |
| Rent (1BR) | $450 | $2,200 |
| Food | $280 | $600 |
| Coworking | $100 | $350 |
| Transport | $60 | $100 |
| Internet | 230 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
| Best months | Nov, Dec, Jan | Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Language | Thai | Arabic, English |
| Your visa | – | – |
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| Meetings | Best meeting time between Chiang Mai and Dubai → | |
| Nomad visa | Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) | Virtual Working Programme (Dubai) |