diff --git a/personal/moving_on.md b/personal/moving_on.md index 9348b69..402b726 100644 --- a/personal/moving_on.md +++ b/personal/moving_on.md @@ -114,4 +114,45 @@ Strategic Benefits: 4. Infrastructure Needs - Regular access to good healthcare - Reliable internet throughout -- Major airports for connections \ No newline at end of file +- Major airports for connections + +[Insurance](https://safetywing.com/nomad-insurance) + + +Here's a practical breakdown of how digital nomads typically manage their lifestyle: + +Income & Banking Setup: +1. Financial Structure +- Multiple bank accounts across different countries/regions +- International credit cards with no foreign transaction fees +- Fintech solutions like Wise (formerly TransferWise) for better exchange rates +- Some maintain a permanent address in their home country for banking/legal purposes + +Visa Management: +- "Visa runs" - leaving and reentering countries to reset tourist visas +- Common patterns: + - 1-3 months per country in Southeast Asia + - Using visa-free periods strategically + - Often rotating between Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia +- Some get longer-term visas in preferred "base" countries + +Work Infrastructure: +1. Tech Setup +- Reliable laptop with backup drive +- International SIM card or eSIM solutions (like Airalo) +- Portable WiFi devices +- VPN subscriptions +- Cloud storage for important documents + +2. Accommodation Strategy +- Book places with verified good internet +- Use platforms like: + - Airbnb for monthly discounts + - Booking.com for short stays + - Facebook expat groups for local deals + - Coliving spaces in digital nomad hubs + +Health & Insurance: +- International health insurance (like SafetyWing) +- Travel insurance +- Regular health checkups during visits to affordable medical hubs (Bangkok, KL)