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GuestPoster55Guest17 March 2019 15:14:45

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Hi guys.
Looking for info on retirement in Cambodia.
Cost of living property to rent area's to live in.
Anything else you think I might need to know

stumpy Laos Expert

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stumpyLaos Expert17 March 2019 17:46:00

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Read the many informative posts on this section of the forum.

Aussie Brian Member

Member since 16 March 2019

Aussie BrianMember18 March 2019 02:09:14

Will be keeping an eye your progress. A lot of people in Australia are starting to suggest Cambodia. Many thanks, Brian

tipmick Active member

Member since 16 July 2018

tipmickActive member18 March 2019 02:52:27

I live in Thailand, Surin city, been to many countries. Cambodia near my city only 200+ km to Angor wat. In my opinion, Thailand is the best country for living until the end of life. Cost of living is the same as Cambodia. About medical care Thailand the best. My Thai friend had a business in Cambodia , all of her family got virus (not sure A or B) which transmitted from food there.

It's only 1 country in Asean that people dare not drive in to there, very dangerous country.

oshudofsky Contributor

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oshudofskyContributor24 July 2023 05:55:58

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@GuestPoster55 I have the same idea. At the end of 2024 I will retire and I am planning to relocate to Cambodia. One person on the forum writes that Cambodia is a dangerous country. I read some threads that say that the comparison of living in Thailand compared to Cambodia, that the people in Cambodia are much friendlier towards foreigners, the country is cheaper and less touristy still, the food is amazing.

But indeed, I still need the necessary retirement info, just like you, that I do not find here. Well I guess, Google will be my friend....... haha

jayrozzetti23 Serial expat

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jayrozzetti23Serial expat28 July 2023 06:18:16

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I still need the necessary retirement info, just like you, that I do not find here. Well I guess, Google will be my friend....... haha
-@oshudofsky

This recent thread discusses retirement extension, opening a bank account, etc.

https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=1024934

JoeKhmer Cambodia expert

Member since 13 November 2015

JoeKhmerCambodia expert28 July 2023 07:10:39

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@oshudofsky

It's really very simple. If you're over 55 you only need your passport and about $290 to get a 1-year retirement visa extension.

Get an Ordinary visa on arrival and a week later you go to a reliable agent who will take care of the process. Takes about 10 days.

Cheers.

Joe

PaulR1205 Active member

Member since 17 May 2022

PaulR1205Active member30 July 2023 07:37:51

@JoeKhmer I’ll be 54 when I get there. Will I just need my SSDI statement to show income?

JoeKhmer Cambodia expert

Member since 13 November 2015

JoeKhmerCambodia expert30 July 2023 07:59:22

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@PaulR1205

Explain what SSDI is.

PaulR1205 Active member

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PaulR1205Active member30 July 2023 15:38:46

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@JoeKhmer It’s my Social Security Disability paperwork showing that I’m receiving benefits as well as the amount each month. I guess that would fall under proof of pension.

JoeKhmer Cambodia expert

Member since 13 November 2015

JoeKhmerCambodia expert30 July 2023 16:24:37

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@PaulR1205

Yes Paul, disability is considered retirement, you just have to prove the status plus the disability payments you receive.

Hope this helps.

Cheers.

Joe

PaulR1205 Active member

Member since 17 May 2022

PaulR1205Active member30 July 2023 17:59:11

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@JoeKhmer Thanks Joe

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