10 Best Cities for Long-Term Stays in Asia
If you’re looking to base yourself somewhere in Asia for 3+ months, these 10 cities consistently rate highest for affordability, infrastructure, and quality of life.
1. Chiang Mai, Thailand
$1,200-1,800/month all-in + great cafes + nomad community + Thai food + visa runs to Laos
2. Bali (Canggu/Ubud), Indonesia
$1,500-2,500/month + beach + jungle + yoga + KITAS visa possibilities
3. Tokyo, Japan
$2,500-4,000/month + safest city + best food + great infrastructure + 90-day visa-free
4. Da Nang, Vietnam
$1,000-1,500/month + cheap + beach + cafes + 3-month e-visa
5. Penang, Malaysia
$1,500-2,500/month + cheap + great food + English-speaking + Malaysia My 2nd Home program
6. Taipei, Taiwan
$1,500-2,500/month + tea + bubble tea + safe + tech infrastructure + 90-day visa-free
7. Seoul, South Korea
$2,000-3,500/month + culture + K-everything + fast internet + 90-day visa-free
8. Singapore (short-term)
$3,500-6,000/month + clean + multicultural + safest in Asia + expensive but great
9. Hong Kong (short-term)
$3,000-5,000/month + harbor + skyline + business hub + great food
10. Bangkok, Thailand
$1,500-2,500/month + nightlife + food + travel hub + community + Thai 60-day visa exemption