Emigrate — with the right plan
We understand why you want to leave. Rising costs, political uncertainty, restricted freedoms — many of our clients report the same concerns. We offer the complete package: visa, company formation abroad, international banking, cards and investment opportunities. Not just relocation, but a new foundation.
Last updated: 08/2026
Live where life is beautiful. Anchor where your assets are secure.
Thailand, the Philippines or Malaysia — your visa of choice, low cost of living, sunshine. But: companies there are often capped at 49% foreign ownership, accounts remain guest accounts, and rules change fast.
Hong Kong or Singapore — your company 100% yours, your banking, legal systems stable for decades. And close by: two to three flight hours, practically the same time zone.
Why emigrating is more than just a visa
That is why we combine the best locations for each purpose: a dream country to live in, the company in a stable, tax-sensible jurisdiction, banking with established international banks. A local immigration consultant gets you a visa — we build the foundation for your life abroad at the same time: company formation, banking, cards and investments, all coordinated.
Where should your new life take place?
Tap a country — and see instantly how living and foundation work together.
Thailand — DTV for remote work, Elite for long-term comfort, retirement from age 50. We find the visa that fits your new life.
Hong Kong or Singapore — in Thailand, foreign ownership of companies is capped at 49% (Foreign Business Act), and rules there change faster than you can move. Your company and banking stay untouched by all that — just a short flight away.
Typical Profiles & Situations
Do not build your relocation around only one visa or one bank
Many people relocate with one residence permit, one bank account and no real backup plan. But visa rules can change, renewals can become stricter, and banks may restrict access when residence, source of funds or risk profile changes. A good relocation plan should include structure, banking, tax coordination and a practical Plan B. Strasia helps clients build a more resilient international setup — combining residence planning, company structure, banking access and ongoing compliance.
Common Risks & Hidden Complexity
Restricted banking as a foreigner
In many popular emigration countries, foreigners on visas have limited access to banking services. Accounts can be frozen without warning, international transfers are limited and credit cards are often not approved. On top of that, from 11 January 2027 the new EU banking rule applies (CRD VI, Article 21c): banks outside the EU will need a licensed branch to serve clients resident in the EU — as long as your residence is still in Europe, this affects you directly.
Company ownership not possible
Many countries do not allow foreigners to own companies 100%. In Thailand, the Philippines and other countries you need a local partner — creating risks and dependencies.
Tax traps
Those who emigrate without planning tax consequences often pay double: in the home country and the new country. The right structure can legally reduce the tax burden to as low as 0%.
Real estate ownership restrictions
In many Asian countries, foreigners cannot own land. Those who do not know this invest in structures that offer no real ownership protection.
Emigrating to Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia or Dubai — and where does the company go?
Four typical set-ups from our advisory practice — not one-off cases, but patterns that prove themselves again and again. Whether you emigrate, relocate or simply move abroad for a few years: the principle stays the same.
The Thailand Route
DTV for remote workers, Elite for long-term comfort, retirement from age 50 — Thailand has a visa for almost every stage of life.
The Foreign Business Act caps foreign company ownership at 49% in many sectors, and visa rules have been adjusted repeatedly. The company therefore typically sits in Hong Kong or Singapore: 100% ownership, stable law, international banking.
Bangkok–Hong Kong just under three flight hours, Bangkok–Singapore just over two — only one hour of time difference, no night shifts.
The Philippines Route
SRRV with permanent residence rights from age 50, alternatively a work or investor visa — plus English-speaking daily life and a low cost of living.
Many industries are partially restricted for foreigners, and banks treat newcomers as guests for years. The foundation — a Singapore company or a Hong Kong Limited — remains untouched by any of this.
Manila–Hong Kong around two flight hours, Manila–Singapore three and a half. Your assets are close — not on the other side of the world.
The Malaysia Route
MM2H for long-term residence — big-city life in Kuala Lumpur or island living on Penang. Modern infrastructure, international schools, English widely spoken.
Malaysia is more liberal than its neighbours: a local Sdn. Bhd. is possible for foreigners, and with Labuan the country has its own international financial centre. Depending on your business model, the company fits in Malaysia itself, in Labuan — or in neighbouring Singapore.
Kuala Lumpur to Singapore is about one flight hour, same time zone. A financial centre can hardly be closer.
The Dubai Route
Investor visa or free zone visa, no income tax, international infrastructure — for many, the pragmatic fresh start.
The special case: visa and company come as one package here — the free zone company. For diversification, many clients add a bank account in Hong Kong or Singapore.
A hub between worlds: Frankfurt and Singapore are both six to seven flight hours away — ideal if you want to bridge Europe and Asia.
Your destination not listed? We also guide emigrants to Singapore and Hong Kong — and are happy to compare all options together with you.
Our Complete Migration Package
Our Process
Initial Consultation & Situation Analysis
60 Min.Where do you live? Where do you want to go? What is your professional situation? What assets do you have? We analyze everything and develop a plan.
Structure Planning
1–2 WeeksWe recommend the optimal combination: target country + company location + banking location + investment location. Each building block is tailored to your situation.
Implementation
2–8 WeeksVisa application, company formation, account openings, cards — everything is coordinated in parallel and professionally implemented.
Ongoing Support
OngoingAccounting, tax returns, visa renewals and regular review of your overall structure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I really pay 0% tax if I emigrate?
What is the difference to a normal immigration consultant?
Can I open a bank account in the target country as a foreigner?
What happens to my pension if I emigrate?
How long does the entire process take?
I am a retiree with savings in stocks — why do I need more than a retirement visa?
How do I get a work visa if no employer in the destination country hires me?
What about taxes when leaving — set up the company before or after the move?
Why Strasia can do more than an immigration consultant
Why clients trust us.
Contact our Hong Kong Team
Our team is available for all questions regarding company formation, accounting, compliance, and visa & migration. Leave your details and you will hear from us within one business day.
Strasia Group — Hong Kong
Office
Unit 1005, 10/F, Boss Commercial Centre
28 Ferry Street, Yau Ma Tei
Kowloon, Hong Kong
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