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Phuket or Reykjavik

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

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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Phuket is more affordable than Reykjavik. Phuket has a cost rating of 40/100, while Reykjavik has a cost rating of 94/100.
In terms of safety, Reykjavik ranks higher with a safety score of 82/100, compared to Phuket at 98/100. Phuket's safety score is 82/100 and Reykjavik's safety score is 98/100.
Average rent in Phuket is typically €500 - €850 per month, whereas typical rent in Reykjavik averages €1,600 - €2,400 per month.
For Phuket, the visa 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).). For Reykjavik, the process is rated as: Iceland Long-Term Remote Worker Visa (Iceland’s Remote Worker Visa allows non-EEA remote professionals to reside 180 days with proof of monthly income (~$7.5k/mo).).