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Arequipa or Phuket

Comprehensive comparison between Arequipa (Peru) and Phuket (Thailand). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 2026 cost of living data, Arequipa is more affordable than Phuket. Arequipa has a cost rating of 22/100, while Phuket has a cost rating of 40/100.
In terms of safety, Phuket ranks higher with a safety score of 82/100, compared to Arequipa at 82/100. Arequipa's safety score is 82/100 and Phuket's safety score is 82/100.
Average rent in Arequipa is typically €250 - €450 per month, whereas typical rent in Phuket averages €500 - €850 per month.
For Arequipa, the visa process is rated as: Peru Rentista (Passive Income) & Digital Nomad Visa (Peru’s Rentista visa grants permanent residency to foreign remote earners / retirees (~$1,000/mo income), alongside digital nomad entries.). For Phuket, the process is rated as: Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) 5 Years (Thailand’s DTV visa offers remote workers a 5-year multiple-entry visa allowing up to 180 days stay per entry (extendable to 360 days).).