Can foreigners buy property in Pattaya, Thailand?

Yes. Foreigners can own condos under the “foreign quota” (49%). Houses or land require a lease, Thai company, or Thai spouse.

What are the costs and fees when buying property?

Expect ~6–7% extra for transfer fees, taxes, legal checks, and condo common fees.

How long does the buying process take?

Most transfers complete in 30–60 days with proper documents and fund transfers.

Essential for foreigners — unless you fully understand Thai property law, procedures, and the language.

Is Pattaya good for expats?

Yes — modern housing, schools, hospitals, shopping, beaches, and a strong expat community.

What is the cost of living?

Living in Pattaya is affordable for expats, with monthly budgets from about $1,100 for a single person to $1,500+ for a more comfortable lifestyle.

Which are the best areas?

Wongamat, Pratumnak, Jomtien, and East Pattaya/Huay Yai are popular.

Is Pattaya safe for expats?

Yes. Generally safe with a strong international community — just take normal precautions.

Events & Festivals

Pattaya is famous for hosting a wide variety of festivals, concerts, and international events throughout the year — from cultural celebrations and sports tournaments to world-class music and light festivals.

Here are some of the festivals and major events that Pattaya hosts each year:

1. Chinese New Year (between January 21 and February 20, depending on the lunar calendar)
2. Burapa Bike Week (mid-February)
3. International Kite Festival (late February to early March)
4. Pattaya International Music Festival (March)
5. Songkran and Wan Lai Festival (April 13–19)
6. Pattaya Lighting Festival – FantaSea The Illumination on the Beach (early May)
7. Pattaya International Fireworks Festival (May or June)
8. Pattaya Marathon (July)
9. Pattaya International Pride Festival (June)
10. Pattaya Night Run (June)
11. Pattaya Food and Seafood Festival (dates vary each year)
12. Loy Krathong Festival (November)
13. Pattaya Countdown (end of December)

Coming Soon:
Tomorrowland Thailand 2026 – confirmed for Wisdom Valley, Chonburi (near Pattaya). Thailand will host this world-famous music festival for the first time in Asia.

Please note: event dates and schedules may change. For the latest information, visit the official Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) website at tatnews.org or the Pattaya City events page at pattaya.go.th.