Chon Buri Digital Nomad Guide - Tips & Local Information
BUSINESS
| Topic |
Details |
| 🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) |
Approx. 60,000 THB/m² (Ex: 45m² = 2.7M THB) |
| 🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) |
Approx. 40,000 THB/m² (Ex: 45m² = 1.8M THB) |
| 🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) |
Approx. 55,000 THB/m² (Ex: 70m² = 3.85M THB) |
| 🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) |
Approx. 38,000 THB/m² (Ex: 70m² = 2.66M THB) |
| 💼 Corporate Tax |
20% (Standard rate in Thailand) |
| 💵 Dividend Withholding Tax |
10% |
| 🏦 Tax System |
Worldwide income basis for residents (staying >180 days) |
| 📈 Highest Income Tax Bracket |
35% |
| 🧾 VAT |
7% |
| 🌐 Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules |
No formal CFC rules, but transfer pricing rules apply |
| 🏠 Property Tax |
0.02% to 0.1% for residential, based on appraised value |
| 🏠 Property Transaction Tax |
Transfer fee 2%, Stamp Duty 0.5%, Withholding Tax based on gain |
| 💻 Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads |
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) offers favorable 5-year stay |
| 🏢 Studio Purchase Price (City Center) |
Approx. 65,000 THB/m² (Ex: 30m² = 1.95M THB) |
| 🏢 Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) |
Approx. 45,000 THB/m² (Ex: 30m² = 1.35M THB) |
TRANSPORTATION
| Topic |
Details |
| ✈️ Top International Airline |
Thai Airways, Emirates (via Suvarnabhumi BKK airport) |
| 🛣️ Highway Access |
Motorway Route 7 and Sukhumvit Road (Route 3) |
| 🚉 Main Train/Transit Hub |
Chon Buri Railway Station (Eastern Line to Bangkok/Pattaya) |
| 🚍 Public Transport Passes |
No unified card; Songthaews (Blue trucks) are flat 10-20 THB |
| ✈️ Regional Travel |
Minivans to Bangkok (Ekkamai) for 100-120 THB from Central Chonburi |
| 🚕 Best Taxi/Ride App |
Grab, Bolt, and InDrive; Bolt is usually 30% cheaper |
| 🚲 Bike/Scooter Rental |
Local shops in Bang Saen; Approx. 200-300 THB/day |
| 🏖️ Best Beach Nearby |
Bang Saen Beach; 15 mins from city center |
| ✈️ Top Regional Airline |
Bangkok Airways (Flying from BKK/U-Tapao) |
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
| Topic |
Details |
| 🏥 Best Hospital |
Samitivej Chonburi Hospital; International standards, English speaking |
| 🧘 Yoga & Wellness Centers |
Yoga Ananda Chonburi; Classes approx. 350 THB |
| 🏋️ Gyms & Fitness Centers |
Jetts 24 Hour Fitness (Central Chonburi); ~1,600 THB/month |
| 🧺 Laundry Services |
Otteri Wash & Dry (Self-service); 40-60 THB per load |
FOOD AND DRINK
| Topic |
Details |
| 📱 Best Food Delivery App |
GrabFood, FoodPanda, Lineman |
| 🍽️ Best Local Dish to Try |
Khao Lam (Sticky rice in bamboo); 40-70 THB in Nong Mon Market |
| 🍱 Vegan/Vegetarian Options |
Khun Lin Vegetarian (Near Central); Dishes from 50 THB |
| 🍫 Best Dessert Spots |
Way Coffee House (Bang Saen); Pastries approx. 120 THB |
| 🛒 Affordable Shopping Spots |
Central Chonburi and Lotus’s Chonburi |
| 🛒 E-commerce/Online Store |
Lazada, Shopee, TikTok Shop |
| 🛒 Grocery Delivery |
Tops Online, HappyFresh |
| 🍸 Bar/Nightlife Area |
Bang Saen Beach Road (Walking Street area) |
| 🍻 Local Brewery |
Stone Head Thai Craft Beer (Available at local craft bars like Hops Addict) |
| 🍷 Wine Bars |
The Wine Chonburi (Near the coastline) |
| 🍲 Street Food Stalls |
Nong Mon Market; Famous for dried seafood and sweets |
| 🍕 Popular International Cuisine |
Sizzler (Central Chonburi) or Pepper Lunch |
CULTURE AND ATTRACTIONS
| Topic |
Details |
| 🎟️ Must-See Landmarks |
The Sanctuary of Truth (nearby in Pattaya) or Khao Sam Muk viewpoint |
| 🏛️ Museums & Art Venues |
Institute of Marine Science (Bangsaen Aquarium); Entry 220 THB (foreigners) |
| 🏰 Historical Sites |
Wat Yai Intharam (Old royal temple dating to Ayutthaya period) |
| 🕍 Religious Sites |
Naja Saeue Chue Shrine (Ang Sila); Large Chinese temple |
| 🎉 Annual Events |
Chonburi Buffalo Racing Festival (October); Bang Saen Songkran (April) |
| 🎨 Cultural Districts |
Ang Sila (Historic stone-carving and fishing village) |
| 🎭 Theater Venues |
Central Chonburi SFX Cinema for major releases |
| 🛍️ Local Markets |
Ang Sila Fish Market; Fresh seafood daily |
| 🎼 Music Scene |
Live bands daily at Scandic Bang Sean |
| 🎨 Street Art |
Bang Saen Soi 4 (Graffiti and mural walls) |
| 🧑🍳 Cooking Classes |
Local workshops often hosted by Burapha University |
| 👩🎨 Art Galleries |
Baan Silapa (House of Art) Bang Saen |
| 🕰️ Historic Buildings |
Phra Chutamanee Pavilion (King Rama V era styles nearby) |
| 🏴 Local Heritage |
Oyster farming heritage in the Ang Sila coastal area |
NATURE AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
| Topic |
Details |
| 🌅 Nearby Nature Escapes |
Khao Kheow Open Zoo; 30 mins drive from city |
| 🏞️ National Parks Nearby |
Khao Khitchakut (approx. 2 hours away); Khao Chompu Wildlife Sanctuary |
| 🚲 Cycling/Walking Paths |
Bang Saen Beachfront promenade (approx. 5km path) |
| 🌄 Scenic Viewpoints |
Khao Sam Muk (Monkey Hill); View of the Gulf of Thailand |
| 🦉 Birdwatching Locations |
Bang Phra Reservoir |
| 🔥 Bonfire-Friendly Spots |
Not permitted on public beaches; private villas only |
OTHER SERVICES AND AMENITIES
| Topic |
Details |
| 📦 Parcel Delivery Service |
Kerry Express, Flash Express, Thailand Post |
| 🛠️ Tech Repair Services |
BaNANA IT or IT City (Central Chonburi branches) |
| 🏓 Table Tennis Spots |
Chonburi Provincial Administrative Organization Stadium |
| 🧑🏫 Language Classes |
Language Center at Burapha University (BUU) |
| 📚 Libraries & Study Spots |
Burapha University Library (Public access with fee) |
| 🏘️ Community Centers |
Chonburi Sports Complex |
| 🕹️ Gaming Lounges |
G-Speed E-Sport (Bang Saen branch) |
| 🎰 Casino & Gaming Halls |
Illegal in Thailand; Underground only (not recommended) |
ESSENTIALS
| Topic |
Details |
| 🏙️ City |
Chon Buri City, Chon Buri Province, Thailand |
| 👥 Population |
1,550,000 (Metropolitan area) |
| 💻 Internet Speed |
Average 150-300 Mbps; Fiber is standard in condos |
| 💸 Currency & Banking |
Thai Baht (THB); 1 USD ≈ 36 THB, 1 EUR ≈ 39 THB |
| 🚰 Tap Water |
Not drinkable; 1.5L bottled water ≈ 15 THB at 7-Eleven |
| 🔌 Power |
220V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type A, B, C sockets |
| 📶 SIM Card |
AIS, DTAC, TrueMove H; 5G unlimited plans ≈ 699-899 THB/month |
| 💳 Banking for Expats |
Kasikornbank (K-Bank), Bangkok Bank; PromptPay QR widespread |
| 🛌 Accommodation |
Modern condos like The Kump Condominium (Amata) or Lumpini |
| 💳 Cashless Friendly |
Yes, PromptPay and credit cards in malls; cash for street food |
| 🏠 Short Term Rentals |
Airbnb, Booking.com; Approx. 12,000 - 18,000 THB/month |
| 🛏️ Budget Accommodation |
Napa Garden Hotel, approx. 600 THB/night |
| 🏙️ Best Area to Stay for Tourists |
Bang Saen (Beachfront) for relaxing and seafood |
| 🏙️ Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads |
Amata Nakorn for business proximity or Bang Saen for lifestyle |
WORKING AND NETWORKING
| Topic |
Details |
| 🏢 Best Coworking Space |
The Box Cafe and Coworking (Bang Saen); Day pass approx. 200 THB |
| ☕ Best Cafe for Work |
Red Temp Coffee (Khao Sam Muk); Great views and high-speed Wi-Fi |
| 💼 Networking Events |
Chonburi Chamber of Commerce meetings (focused on manufacturing/logistics) |
| 🥂 Social Events for Expats |
Internations Chonburi/Eastern Seaboard monthly meetups |
🧭 CONTINUE EXPLORING CHON BURI