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Phuket or São Paulo

Comprehensive comparison between Phuket (Thailand) and São Paulo (Brazil). 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, São Paulo is more affordable than Phuket. Phuket has a cost rating of 40/100, while São Paulo has a cost rating of 75/100.
In terms of safety, Phuket ranks higher with a safety score of 82/100, compared to São Paulo at 40/100. Phuket's safety score is 82/100 and São Paulo's safety score is 40/100.
Average rent in Phuket is typically €500 - €850 per month, whereas typical rent in São Paulo averages 3,472.63 R$ 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 São Paulo, the process is rated as: Nomad Visa (Brazil's Digital Nomad visa has a low income threshold ($1,500/mo) and allows 1-year stay.).

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