Living in Jomtien or Pattaya. You Will Need These Few Things 

You can walk everywhere or get the Baht bus !! rent a small condo that has small gym in the building !

I'm looking at retiring to Thailand in 2025 so have been doing loads of research. There are plenty of these type of channels to look at. I have to say, however, that this is easily the most informative and comprehensive, with plenty of hard facts and stuff to consider. I watch each episode with a notebook and transfer the info to my CTR (cruise to retirement!) spreadsheet. So, thanks for everything, keep posting and if I make it to Jomtien I'll but you a beer, or two. Cheers.

When I was researching my visa options a couple of years ago, I became a little nervous with how Thailand was changing the rules about every year for retirement visas. I decided to go with an Elite Visa. I went with the basic version and purchased the 20 year option. It has some nice perks and there was no income or insurance requirements. It was expensive, 1 million baht for the 20 years, but I likened the cost to piece of mind. You can now set up a bank account by just some simple paperwork and your elite visa. I also avoid ATM fees by setting up a Charles Schwab investment checking account. They refund the ATM fees at the end of each month.

Jomtien is the best place to live. Nice and laid back and a beautiful beach and a wide choice of shops for food. Just a quick bike ride to the madness of pattaya. Been a few years but starting to look at returning and seeing how it has changed

So true, just take as a chance move to Thailand. You won’t regret it and not expensive, just don’t eat out and drink every night and you should be good.

Joined your channel a couple of weeks ago as I visited Jomtien a few years previously, love your content and the fact that your videos are so informative

Excellent vid, just subscribed. Long time visitor, moving to your area in the near future. Looking forward to future vids.

Yes your 💯 right ..if you are living there full time that budget is about right ..Thanks for the info..

Spot on , i too feel Jomtien as well as pattaya in general got a good clean up durring the pandemic but i always felt that jomtien had a normal beach city vibe more like where i currently live.. ( Los Angeles ) which i am sure you are familiar with our famous beaches ! so that is a compliment to Jomtien with its new nice deep beach and of course a much more afordable place to live...L.A Rob

Good points Mr. Heath. When I arrived I found an excellent Condo agent. I was able to find a condo in Reflection for a reasonable price (116 sqm 2 bdrm seaview 48,000 Baht). My agent was also able to help me get a bank account w/ Bangkok bank (walk in, spent about ten minutes there and walked out w/ an account; why does banking in Thailand take so long?!?). As far as the Visa I honestly feel your better using an agent. I was able to find one to convert my Tourist to a Non-O Retirement Visa for 35,000 Baht. A lot of money but, well worth it to side step any hassle w/ Immigration. Finally, for the internet I'm using 3BB 1000 mbps and they have a annual payment option for only 7,000 Baht (saves a little in the long run). BTW that was me waving to you last night at "Just Burgers". Cheers Sir !!

3rd floor at Central Festival for the mobile companies.

Thanks for the information Heath 🙏

Thanks for the information. I was in Jomtien in October, and plan to move there. I have often drunk coffee and eaten sandwiches in The 7 cafe and spa. nice memory, for a nice price.

Very informing and correct easy to understand...one of the best uploads...thank you ..very helpfull.

Nice video and info, thanks

Thanks for the tips 😁

Thanks Heath just watched your video really informative, im thinking of moving to Thailand soon thank you. Angus

!!! Didn't have to buy accident insurance when I opened BKK Bank account 5 yrs back. BUT, and this is a pretty big one, if that insurance is still available at Bkk Bank and it covers 100k thb for mcy accidents THAT is a great. Because with the required* (or at least a good idea to have) health insurance per immigration (O-A visa) it starts to get a bit pricey if you don't take at least a 40,000b deductible to get a 25% disc on the premium. Now if you are otherwise healthy and haven't needed or used the insurance for a couple or more years, there's also a "no-claims discount" (at least with Pacific Cross Health) of 10-20%. But if you used their plan to cover a not so serious/expensive mcy accident you then loose that discount, which would probably be more than the cost of the Bkk Bank premium. Glad you mentioned this!

This has been super informative, 👍🏻

Good video Sir. That blingbling Car was pretty cool 🤩 Nice information thank you 👍👌

As usual good info for the newbies abt the essentials u need to live there. Main items are the big 2….accommodation and transport….budget accordingly and each to their own. Look fward to the health insurance n visa options vloggs.🤔🙏🏼😎

Great information Heath! best wishes

We always enjoy your videos. They have a positive vibe! And it is so true. Don‘t burn your bridges at home and try out Jomtien.

Your videos get better every time! Thanks for the info, it will be used well.

good clear info/advice....

Very informative thx

Hi Mate...! Hope you’re having a great weekend....! Greetings from a very cold day in Jersey in the Channel Island’s. I will love to take the chance to express my appreciation for all your blogs. Always very entertaining and interesting topics. I been to Pattaya many times...! Actually I’m coming back in the next few weeks and I’ll love to retire in Thailand in the near future. Your Video talking about the monthly budget in Pattaya was very informative. Keep the hard work coming Mate and again Thanks for your blogs. Have a lovely Xmas and enjoy yourself.

From Ross in Brisbane Australia . Thank you . Really excellent .

thanks for the info 👍

I’m vacationing to Jomtien the entire month of September, can’t wait!!!

i like these vlogs, very helpful, an area i am unsure about is over 50, what insurance is the best value, can you do a vlog on taking the leap of faith & moving to thailand also how you simulated in the country

Great break down about your expenses and living costs and so on .

Great video i am waiting for the next video 🎅

Excellent info 💯💯💯💯💯

Nice to see the Christmas-trees have now been put up !

Excellent clip hope you can check out some accommodation in Jomtein like Hotels or Condos if possible please.

Another useful video. We have internet w TV service at my inlaws place in Issan and it comes with a pay as you go sim card that we keep in my phone (dual sim iphone). That way I don’t have to get a tourist sim when we travel to Thailand. I just turn it on when we get to BKK and off when we leave and the data is very cheap.

Great info

That 7 spa does a great coffee and tasty food!

great video

Excellent video. Get used to being driven round. There's no hurry after all 🤔.

Very good informative videos. Well done. Is it ok to ask what Agents you could reccommend thanks👍🙏🏻

Thank you that's awesome, we want retired visa information, 👍

Hi, Thank you so much for all the great info you give us, I was wondering if perhaps one day you can do a video about using Drones in Thailand, the permits we need, etc. since I see you use a drone in your videos. I have a drone and will love to bring it to Thailand next time I visit! Thank you!!🙏🙏

Great Vid.

🍀Thank You🏝

Hi Heath, another enjoyable update with good points made. On the bank accounts, I really want to open an account to begin moving some funds to build a reserve, we'll be out in January so I will see if I can manage to get one. Where are you flying from as I couldn't tell where you were, is it further south? As I am usually more centred on the night market ( soi 7 ish). 😊👍

Good video and informative 👍

Your videos are great and very appreciated! Great information - including prices and +/- currency exchanges! Is there only 1 insurance in Thailand or is health insurance something else? Is tax high to import something for example from China to Thailand? Thank you!

Heath bar, thanx man !

Thanks for that . Hopefully I'll be retiring over there next year . Only thing worrying me is health insurance. Its something that seems very expensive. Cheers

Good video

I have been using Kasikorn bank very good.

Nice informative video Heath. Jomtein is where I am looking at when I finally get over there to live. Also considering Pratumnak which looks great apart from being off the baht bus route. Have you explored that area much? Cheers

You're doing exactly what I'm trying to in a few months. I have just under $2,000 USD /month in passive income and am going to move to SE Asia, likely Pattaya. I would like to supplement my income as a digital nomad, travel vlogging etc. Your drone footage reminded me that is another important piece of the puzzle... beautiful. Professional and well done channel overall! Could you tell me what video editing software you use? I had a monetized account with loads of videos years ago but I used Movie Maker and am not sure if it even exists anymore. Thanks.

Hello Heath from freezing London. Top video channel and the information you provide is top notch. I was going to retire in Spain/Portugal and just binned it and will venture over to Jomtien next year. Been in Thailand 20 years ago, so it's no drama. Another useful site I have come across is meanderingtales and the articles they have are helpful too on all things Jomtien/Pattaya and the lifestyle after you make the move. That site and your channel are the 2 resources you need for most retirement topics. Subscribed.

The only essential in Thailand is "female company", whenever you want it. That doesn't have to include getting undressed or sticking with one supplier of said service.

I liked jomtien I had a room for 300 a month. Its quite and the people are nice.

Great video. I'd love to see a video on what lifestyle you could live based on 4000 GBP a month. All the videos I can find are based on the budget side of things rather than the higher end?

Hi thanks for the updates I am retiring next year and going to live in jontiem it's a good location to live

Thanks one more Heath, for this helpful Vlog.... I did not understand, how many GB are included with your 450 Baht data? Best regards from the Philippines. We gonna come back to amazing Pattaya on January 22 and stay for one month. Merry Christmas and a happy new Year.....

Love it how you say Jomtien. You get the M and the N mixed up and say Jontiem hahaha

Please use larger font, center on screen and leave it up longer. Info is very helpful. Thx!

I am living in the Philippines , but fancy a change ...see you soon 😎

Thanks Heath, My insurance when I arrived was only 2450tb from Bkk Bank. My data package from AIS is 399 unlimited . inc calls and messaging. Neither of which I use. I also run my condo from my hot spot, My tv has a package that costs me 2900 per year. Ideal if your going to be in Thailand for a while.(but you do need an amazon firestick, or some other vessel to play it through) Good info for newbies though. Is it ok if I mention to my subscribers your channel?

New subscriber. Is the insurance you quote is it for one year or for one month coverage? Thanks.

Nice video and great shot of the sunset. If you could recommend your visa agent that would be appreciated. Will be moving to Pattaya soon. Thanks.

Is Jomtien also has massage and bars as well as large shopping mall or markets? Enjoyed your channel.

another point about mobile ph and internet plans...(I don't know if this is still available with True). When I originally got my home wifi plan, I saw they offered a reasonable mobile data + tv packaged with wifi, as a triple offer. Still valid with my account, 850 a month for unlimited 1gb home wifi + 4gb mobile data + basic Thai tv.

New Subscriber here...... I was wondering if you would be willing to do a video about wheelchair accessibility in Jomtien? Are there sidewalks with cutouts? Are the condos accessible? Sidewalk conditions? Restaurants? Malls? Thanks alot =)

Keep trying with the bank account and keep trying different branches. If you are married, they will eventually give you one on the right day with the right person even just on a tourist visa. We set ours up as a joint account but in my name and with me the only person who can use it so that worked in the end. Bangkok Bank seems to be best from what they tell me.

I use BOLT alot, it seems the GPS doesn't work well, the drivers have a hard time finding me.

Awesome video, how about language can you get by without speaking Thai?

also insurance egancy and a notary, because i'm going to buh condo'd in Pattaya

Just want to say thank you for this and your previous video. Two of the most informative and straight forward videos on the subject. I'm a retired 66 year old with around a £1700 per month pension (from previous long employment and I also get the UK State Pension) and whilst I have lived and travelled in Europe, the US and Malaysia, I have never been to Thailand and was always interested to go. I had considered going for a two or three week vacation. However, the number of videos available showing the many ways non-Thais are scammed and at the mercy of scams, even trying to have a quiet drink in a bar somewhere, has kind of put me right off! Divorced some years ago now and single, it would be nice to maybe meet someone there (I'm told I look way too young for my age!) - but despite having nearly 38 years experience in Security (Aviation) and being pretty careful about being conned out of money and I worry about being totally out of my depth in this country! I look forward to your video about Insurance (Health Insurance is important and I always travel with FULL insurance). I don't know, maybe you can allay my fears and change my mind. Certainly your videos are a welcome respite from the usual fare. Thank you, regards - Lee (virtualairlinepilot.org)

Pay the extra for an unlimited 4G phone plan and youve got the internet forr your pc as well via wireless access point . I was getting 80 meg a second over there .

Hi hi, You do a good an impression work… Most ask , can I bring my dog 🐩 wen moving to Thailand? Can have a condo “ dog friendly “ ? Soon will retire in Thailand ( 🙏 ) .

I always get a sim from 7/11 or big c am I wrong about this Keith?

I'm in jomtien right now having breakfast on beach road, have just submitted my retirement Visa, and already had a Bangkok bank account, I'm in the process of finding health insurance and looking for a studio condo, can you reccomend anything ? Maybe I will bump into today, cheers

Do you need a bank account to use Bolt or you can pay cash for your rides ?

Your awsome . Happy trails

ls it cheaper to buy a smart / i phone in Thailand compared to Europe ?

"It was really cold last night".. hahaha, I supposed everyone there is spoiled when it comes to weather.

Who do you use for home internet? 740 baht. Not bad.

A Thai Visa agent only charges between 2000b 2500b to open a Thai bank account stress free.

Which bank did you use?? the insurance sounds a good deal.

Can you ask your visa agent about documents needed for doing an O- retirement visa. What do I need to bring with me from the states. Thanks

I'm booked for 26th January to jomtien cart wait ✋️

Have the ATM fees gone up again? I don't use them anymore thankfully. 240 baht is crazy. I was surprised when I took money from a Thai atm, (not my bank) but if you use them a couple of times, they charge you 10 baht. That I can live with

Any EVs there and charging stations for cars??.

what about tello cell service

I'm 40. I have about 62,000thb a month as of now. Hoping to double that in 5 years. Ill be 45 but am worried I would be pulling the plug a little early, anyone else out there a normal guy retired at 45? Or anyone slightly older with some advice on this. I have some background in cyber security but mainly my profession, welder fabricator will not transfer. so when i check out im gone for good.

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Ace 😊

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will 1k us money do it? inland?

Can you recommend a bank

Do you've an agency fname or me for my VISA ?

You need at least 80000 THB every month for everything to live in Thailand

I notice that I never see any body in the water in the beach footage