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Phuket or San Sebastián
Comprehensive comparison between Phuket (Thailand) and San Sebastián (Spain). 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 San Sebastián. Phuket has a cost rating of 40/100, while San Sebastián has a cost rating of 58/100.
In terms of safety, San Sebastián ranks higher with a safety score of 82/100, compared to Phuket at 90/100. Phuket's safety score is 82/100 and San Sebastián's safety score is 90/100.
Average rent in Phuket is typically €500 - €850 per month, whereas typical rent in San Sebastián averages €800 - €1,200 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 San Sebastián, the process is rated as: Spanish Digital Nomad Visa & EU Freedom (Spain’s Nomad Visa provides non-EU remote workers a 1-to-3 year residence permit with streamlined tax benefits.).