Nomads In Bangkok

Bangkok's digital nomad scene has exploded in recent times, because of easy access to the internet that has given more independent entrepreneurs the opportunity build their online businesses that created a need to hire freelancers. This newfound income source for freelancers has attracted people from all over the world who can work anywhere in the world. Southeast Asia is the premiere location for digital nomads to get their foot in the doors and really dive into the business world because of the instant access to cheap food prices, affordable lodging, and a gentle Buddhist energy that is calm, relaxing, and respectful, perfect to savor while working on a computer for long hours as a digital nomad in Bangkok.

Since Bangkok is one of the most

The visa process is very easy, just fill out the form and you will get a free 30 day visa stamp upon arrival. Then, you get a 30 day extension at Building B in the Chaeng Watthana Government Complex close to the end date or go to Pattaya upon arrival for an immediate extension for 1900 baht ($60). Or, visitors can get a 2 month visa in advance costing between $40 and $50 or a 60 day visa that gives you multiple entries lasting 6 months for $200. However, you would need to do a ‘visa run’ to extend your visa further after getting an extension.

Thailand is definitely the best place to become a digital nomad in Bangkok.

Which area to stay in Bangkok

Most areas are good to stay in Bangkok, depending on what you want such as having access to fun things to do around Bangkok.

If you need to have a need to stay around malls, instant food places, and love to stay around crowds, then anywhere near the Ratchathewi area is ok.
Any area around the BTS Skytrain (Green Line) and the MRT (Blue Line) stations are good as well. Keep in mind these stations have WiFi hotspots and charging ports.
North of Victory Monument is where many hipsters go, and the further north the cheaper the prices become.
Anywhere south of Chao Phraya River and areas in or around On Nut and Bang Chak are good as

Expect to pay about $13 in a cab to get from the airport to the city center, which would cost $60+ in western countries. However, the tuk tuks offer cheaper prices for local rides at only a few dollars. Drivers will sometimes slow down or even bonk their horns to see if you need somewhere to go, so there are abundant transportation options. There is also Uber in Thailand and taking public transportation is super easy. Just get on the bus and sit down and a bus attendant will come by, take your money, and give you a bus ticket. Beware, the red baht buses can get crowded at times because they are cheaper and smaller. However, the blue baht buses are air-conditioned and not so crowded, providing a more comfortable riding experience costing only a few baht