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Ayutthaya Historical Park Tickets: THB 80 a Temple, THB 300 ComboNorth, Isaan & CentralForeigners pay THB 80 per temple or THB 300 for the combination ticket at Ayutthaya Historical Park. Hours, temples and trains.
Bangkok Bar Closing Times: 04:00 for Licensed VenuesBangkokLicensed Bangkok entertainment venues may open until 04:00. Ordinary bars stop selling alcohol at 24:00.
Bangkok BTS and MRT Fares by LineBangkokBTS fares run THB 17 to 65. MRT Blue Line tops out at THB 44. See cards, gates and the daily cap per line.
Bangkok Cost of Living: THB 20,868 Lean, THB 38,265.68 ComfortableMoney, tax & adminBangkok monthly budget from published prices: lean THB 20,868, comfortable THB 38,265.68, with rent, electricity, water, internet and BTS lines.
Bangkok Day Trips: Trains, Fees and Hours for Six TripsBangkokSix Bangkok day trips with official train times, ticket fees and opening hours; Ayutthaya's first train leaves at 05:15.
Bangkok Guide: Fares, Tickets, Hours and Where to StayBangkokBangkok on one page: airport transfer prices, BTS and boat fares, temple tickets, bar closing hours, hospitals, where to stay and live, and day trips.
Bangkok Immigration Office, Chaeng Watthana: Address and HoursVisas & entryBangkok Immigration Division 1 sits in Building B of the Government Complex, Chaeng Wattana Road: hours, counters, route and fees.
Bangkok in 3 Days: Plan With Real Entry Prices and HoursBangkokThree Bangkok days with the real entry prices: palace THB 500, Wat Pho THB 300, Wat Arun THB 200, Jim Thompson House THB 250.
Bangkok International Hospitals: JCI List and InsuranceBangkokCall 1669 for an ambulance. The JCI-listed Bangkok hospitals, how each handles deposits and insurers, and a public option.
Bangkok to Ayutthaya by Train: 06:10 Train THB 261, Third Class THB 20Getting around ThailandTrain 21 leaves Krung Thep Aphiwat at 06:10 and reaches Ayutthaya at 06:58 for THB 261. Times, fares by class and the bus alternative.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai Train: Berths From THB 688, Train 9 at 18:40Getting around ThailandEvery SRT train between Bangkok and Chiang Mai with times, train type, sleeper and seat fares by class and berth, and who gets a discount.
Bangkok to Hua Hin: Trains From 06:30, Airport Coach THB 361Getting around ThailandSRT train times from Hua Lamphong, Krung Thep Aphiwat and Thon Buri to Hua Hin, the airport coach with fare, and how to get back to Bangkok.
Bangkok to Kanchanaburi: Train at 07:45, Buses Every 15 MinutesGetting around ThailandTrains from Thonburi and the weekend excursion train from Hua Lamphong, buses from the Southern Terminal, the closed Nam Tok section and the way back.
Bangkok to Koh Samui: Flight 1 h 10 min From THB 2,752, Train, BusGetting around ThailandBangkok Airways flies Bangkok to Samui in 1 hour 10 minutes from THB 2,752. Compare the Surat Thani flight, train and bus options.
Bangkok to Krabi: Flights From THB 1,110, Sleeper Train and BusGetting around ThailandBangkok to Krabi by direct flight, overnight bus or sleeper train plus bus: times, fares, airports, and where each option drops you.
Bangkok to Pattaya Bus: THB 144 Ekkamai, THB 155 Mo ChitGetting around ThailandFares, departure times and boarding counters for the coach from Ekkamai, Mo Chit and the airport to Pattaya, with luggage limits and train times.
Best eSIM for Thailand: AIS, True, dtac from THB 349Money, tax & adminThailand tourist SIM and eSIM plans from AIS, True and dtac: THB 349 for 10 days, THB 499 for 8 days, passport rules and airport shops.
Best Thai Islands by Month: Andaman vs Gulf SeasonsIslands & beachesSouthwest monsoon mid-May to mid-October, northeast monsoon to mid-February. Park closure dates for Similan, Phi Phi, Lanta and more.
Can Foreigners Buy a Condo in Thailand? The 49% QuotaMoney, tax & adminForeigners together may hold 49% of a condominium's unit area, with foreign currency brought in for the full price; land stays closed.
Carry Your Passport in Thailand? Section 37 Lists 5 DutiesLaws, fines & rulesSection 37 of the Thai Immigration Act lists the duties of a temporary stayer. Police may check your passport, and a copy of the photo page is usually enough.
Chao Phraya Boats: Express Flags, Fares and Tourist BoatBangkokChao Phraya express fares run THB 19 to 36; the tourist boat is THB 40 single. Only the yellow midday boat runs weekends.
Chatuchak Weekend Market: Days, Hours and BTS or MRT ExitsBangkokChatuchak sells general goods Friday to Sunday, entry is free, and BTS Mo Chit Exit 1 walks straight in.
Chiang Mai First-Time Guide: Train 9 Reaches It at 07:15, 2026 Burning Ban Ran to 31 MayNorth, Isaan & CentralHow to reach Chiang Mai by SRT train, get from the airport into town, what the parks charge, when the smoke season hits and where to extend a visa.
Currency Exchange in Thailand: Passport, Board and FeesMoney, tax & adminLicensed changers show a permit and licence number, ask for your passport and post a buying and a selling rate. Read the board before you hand over cash.
Dog Bite in Thailand: Rabies Shots, Where to Go, CostsHealth & safetyWash a bite for at least 15 minutes, learn the WHO categories, the shot schedules and where to get treated in Thailand, with published prices.
Don Mueang Airport to Bangkok: Red Line, Buses, Taxi FaresBangkokFrom Don Mueang Airport into Bangkok: SRT Red Line fares and times, A1 to A4 airport buses, taxi surcharge and tolls, Grab counter, and what costs least.
Drone Rules Thailand: 2 kg and 25 kg Bands, 90 m LimitLaws, fines & rulesThai drone rules by weight: up to 2 kg, 2 to 25 kg with registration and THB 1,000,000 insurance, 90 m ceiling, and the tourist route.
Erawan Falls Fee: THB 300 Adults, THB 150 ChildrenNorth, Isaan & CentralA foreign adult pays THB 300 and a foreign child THB 150 at Erawan National Park. Fees, buses, the Death Railway train and Hellfire Pass.
Expat Health Insurance in Thailand: O-A THB 3,000,000Health & safetyO-A needs USD 100,000 or THB 3,000,000; O-X THB 40,000 outpatient and THB 400,000 inpatient; LTR USD 50,000. One table.
Extend Thailand Visa Exemption: 30 Days, THB 1,900Visas & entryOne extension of up to 30 days for a visa-exempt stay in Thailand: THB 1,900, form TM.7 filed in person at your area's immigration office.
First Time in Thailand Checklist: 30 Days Visa-Free, TDAC 3 Days BeforeSeasons & planningFirst-trip checklist for Thailand: visa-free stay, TDAC, cash declaration, SIM, airport transfer, Grab, temple dress, vapes, emergency numbers, plugs.
Getting Around Thailand: Every Route From BangkokGetting around ThailandRoute table from Bangkok by train, coach, flight and ferry with published fares, SRT booking rules, baggage limits, Grab and Bolt, and driving rules.
Grab and Bolt in Thailand: How a Legal App Car Looks, Airport Pick-UpGetting around ThailandA legal app car under the 2021 regulation, the Gazette fare bands, Grab and Bolt airport pick-up, payment, safety and the metered taxi.
Grand Palace Bangkok: THB 500 Ticket, Hours, Dress CodeBangkokThe Grand Palace ticket is THB 500 for foreigners. Tickets sell until 3:30 PM and the grounds close at 4:30 PM.
Hospital Costs in Thailand: Bumrungrad Room THB 14,700Health & safetyPublished prices: a private single room THB 14,700 a night, a check-up from THB 7,500, deposits, public hospital rates and UCEP.
Hua Hin Guide: Sam Roi Yot THB 200, Kaeng Krachan THB 300North, Isaan & CentralWhere to stay in Hua Hin, park fees for Sam Roi Yot and Kaeng Krachan, Phraya Nakhon Cave hours, Cicada Market days, jellyfish advice and the dry season.
Is Travel Insurance Required for Thailand? Entry RulesHealth & safetyThailand's entry document lists name no travel insurance, but hospitals ask for payment first. Deposits, motorbike exclusions and how to claim.
Jellyfish and Rip Currents at Thai Beaches: Vinegar, FlagsHealth & safetyOut of the sea, 1669, vinegar for 30 seconds: first aid for jellyfish stings, beach flag meanings and rip-current escape in Thailand.
Koh Phi Phi Guide: THB 400 Park Charge, Ferry THB 450, Maya Bay ClosureIslands & beachesKoh Phi Phi for first-timers: THB 400 park charge for foreign adults, Krabi ferry THB 450 in 2 hours, Maya Bay closed 1 August to 30 September.
Koh Samui Guide: Wet Oct to Dec, Raja Ferry THB 200Islands & beachesSamui's wet months differ from Phuket's. Flights and ferries with fares, which beach to pick, park fees, songthaews, scooter rules and hospitals.
Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao Ferries by OperatorGetting around ThailandSamui to Phangan costs THB 250 to 350; Donsak to Samui THB 200 on Raja Ferry. Times and fares by operator and pier.
Koh Tao Diving Guide: Open Water THB 9,900 to 12,000Islands & beachesLearn to dive on Koh Tao: PADI Open Water at THB 9,900 to 12,000, best months, top dive sites, chamber phone and ferries from the mainland.
Krabi and Ao Nang Guide: Railay by Boat Only, Phi Phi Fee THB 400Islands & beachesAo Nang, Railay or Krabi Town, how to reach Railay, island tour park fees, Tiger Cave Temple, monsoon months and park closures, plus the Phi Phi ferry.
Krabi to Koh Phi Phi Ferry: THB 450, 09:00 and 13:00Getting around ThailandKlong Jilad Pier to Tonsai Pier: ferry fares, daily times both ways, check-in counters, luggage, refunds and the fast-boat price band.
Loy Krathong and Yi Peng 2026: Dates, Lantern Rules, FinesSeasons & planningChiang Mai sky lanterns are notified for 24 and 25 November 2026. Release near the airport is banned. Fines reach THB 200,000.
Maya Bay and Phi Phi National Park Fee for ForeignersIslands & beachesPhi Phi Le, where Maya Bay lies, charges foreign adults THB 400 and children THB 200. Closed 1 August to 30 September.
Money in Thailand: ATM Fees, Cash Limits, VAT RefundMoney, tax & adminThai money rules in one page: ATM fees on foreign cards, the cash declaration threshold, exchange, bank accounts, PromptPay, VAT refund, tipping and tax.
Pai From Chiang Mai: 135 km on Highway 1095, Bus 612, Scooter RulesNorth, Isaan & CentralHow to reach Pai from Chiang Mai by bus or minivan, what the road is like, scooter licence and helmet rules, park fees and the burning ban.
Pattaya Guide: Sanctuary of Truth THB 500, Koh Larn Boat THB 40North, Isaan & CentralWhich Pattaya area suits you, what the paid sights cost, the Koh Larn boat fare, baht-bus and jet-ski scams, and when the rain stops.
Phuket Guide: Where to Stay, THB 100 Airport Bus, Red FlagsIslands & beachesWhich Phuket beach fits you, the airport transfers with their fares, monsoon months, park fees, tourist police and the immigration office.
PromptPay for Foreigners: Banks, Apps and Tourist OptionsMoney, tax & adminHow a foreigner registers for PromptPay at SCB, KBank, Krungsri and Bangkok Bank, and what tourists without a Thai account use instead.
Send Money to Thailand: No Papers Under USD 200,000Money, tax & adminForeign money into a Thai bank: no documents under USD 200,000, source papers from USD 200,000, receiving fees THB 200 to 500.
Songkran 2027 Dates: 13 to 15 April, Alcohol and Water RulesSeasons & planningSongkran 2027 runs Tuesday 13 to Thursday 15 April. Alcohol sells 11:00 to 24:00. Drink-driving carries up to one year in prison.
SRT D-Ticket: Book Thai Trains Up to 90 Days Ahead, Online Refund Fee 70%Getting around ThailandHow to book Thai trains on SRT's D-Ticket site or app: the booking window by distance, passport details, payment, e-ticket, refunds and date changes.
Surat Thani to Koh Samui Ferry: Raja THB 200 to 220, Car THB 640Getting around ThailandRaja Ferry charges THB 200 on its fare table and THB 220 on its booking list from Donsak to Samui. Seatran, Lomprayah, times and transfers.
Suvarnabhumi Airport to Bangkok: Fares, Hours, Taxi RulesBangkokEvery way from Suvarnabhumi Airport into Bangkok with fares and hours: Rail Link, S1 bus to Khao San, taxi surcharge and tolls, and the Grab gate.
Thai Bank Account for Foreigners: KBank Refuses DTVMoney, tax & adminKBank does not open accounts for tourist, Visa on Arrival, Free Visa or DTV holders. SCB asks for a work permit. THB 500 opens Bangkok Bank.
Thai Beach Smoking Ban: 24 Beaches, Fine to THB 100,000Laws, fines & rulesSmoking and butts are banned on 24 named Thai beaches, with up to 1 year in prison or THB 100,000. Full beach list, smoking areas, term.
Thai Driving Licence for Foreigners: THB 205 Car, THB 105 BikeMoney, tax & adminA foreigner gets a Thai temporary licence with a residence certificate or work permit and a medical certificate: THB 205 car, THB 105 motorcycle.
Thailand 90-Day Report: Window, Late Fine and Online FilingVisas & entryHow the Thai 90-day address report works in any province: who files, the 15-days-before window, the THB 2,000 late fine and the online portal.
Thailand Alcohol Ban Days: 2026 and 2027 DatesLaws, fines & rulesAlcohol sale is banned on five Buddhist days, with 2027 dates, exemptions, the election-day window and fines up to THB 10,000.
Thailand Alcohol Hours: 11:00-24:00 and Drinker FinesLaws, fines & rulesAlcohol sale hours in Thailand are 11:00 to 24:00, with a fine of up to THB 10,000 for the drinker during banned hours. Exemptions, places, days.
Thailand ATM Fees for Foreign Cards: THB 220 to 350Money, tax & adminThai ATMs charge foreign cards THB 250 for Visa and THB 350 for Mastercard at KBank, Krungsri and SCB, THB 220 at Krung Thai.
Thailand Cannabis Law for Tourists: Prescription and 30 DaysLaws, fines & rulesCannabis flower is sold in Thailand only on a prescription from a licensed practitioner, for up to 30 days of use. The notice took effect on 26 June 2025.
Thailand Cash Declaration: USD 15,000 or THB 450,000Money, tax & adminDeclare to Thai Customs foreign cash over USD 15,000 or baht over THB 450,000 on entry or exit. How to declare, the baht take-out cap and the penalty.
Thailand Cost of Living by City: Rent, Power, WagesMoney, tax & adminCompare Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Pattaya and Hua Hin on rent, electricity, water, minimum wage, transport and food, with a source for every price.
Thailand Domestic Flights: Free 20 kg Bag on Bangkok Airways, None on EcoGetting around ThailandCabin and checked baggage on Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, Bangkok Airways, Thai Airways and Thai Vietjet, extra-bag prices, power bank rules and check-in times.
Thailand Drug Laws: Up to 15 Years for Category 1Laws, fines & rulesThailand's Narcotics Code sets up to 1 year for use, up to 2 years for possession for use and up to 15 years for category 1 possession or sale.
Thailand DTV Visa: Funds, Documents, Fees and StayVisas & entryHow the Destination Thailand Visa works: the funds proof, the residence and police documents now asked, fees by embassy, how long you stay and the tax catch.
Thailand ED Visa: School Licence, 90 Days, ExtensionsVisas & entryThe Non-Immigrant ED visa for study: which school licence it needs, the 90-day first stay, extensions up to 1 year, fees and the no-work rule.
Thailand Emergency Numbers: 1669, 191, 199, 1155Health & safetyCall 1669 for an ambulance, 191 for police, 199 for fire and 1155 for tourist police in Thailand. Includes what to say on the call.
Thailand Fines for Tourists: Helmet, Alcohol, Litter, BeachesLaws, fines & rulesThe fines tourists meet in Thailand with their legal basis: helmet up to THB 2,000, drinking in banned hours up to THB 10,000, littering, beach smoking.
Thailand Immigration Fees: THB 1,900 Extension, THB 1,000 Re-EntryVisas & entryThai immigration fees and fines in one table: extension THB 1,900, re-entry THB 1,000 or 3,800, late 90-day report THB 2,000.
Thailand International Driving Permit: Cars, Bikes, FinesMoney, tax & adminCarry your home licence and an IDP; a motorcycle needs its own endorsement. Driving unlicensed risks up to 1 month in jail or a THB 1,000 fine.
Thailand Islands Guide: Seasons, Ferries and Park FeesIslands & beachesThai islands on one page: season by coast, how to reach Samui, Phangan, Tao, Phuket, Krabi and Phi Phi with fares, park fees and beach safety rules.
Thailand Land Border Entry: 30 Days, Two Entries a YearVisas & entryWhat a visa-exempt traveller gets at a Thai land checkpoint: 30 days, a cap of two land entries a year, what officers ask and the checkpoints.
Thailand LTR Visa: Fee, Income Tests and CategoriesVisas & entryThe Long-Term Resident visa from the BOI rules: the fee, the income and asset test for each of the four categories, tax breaks, dependants and renewal.
Thailand Marriage Visa: THB 400,000 or THB 40,000 a MonthVisas & entryA foreign husband of a Thai gets a one-year stay with THB 40,000 a month or THB 400,000 in a Thai bank for 2 months. Documents, steps and renewals.
Thailand National Park Fees for Foreigners: THB 100 to 500North, Isaan & CentralForeign adults pay THB 100 to 500 by park group. Khao Yai, Erawan, Similan, Phi Phi: special charges, closures and e-ticket payment.
Thailand Overstay Fine: THB 500 a Day, Max THB 20,000Visas & entryOverstay in Thailand costs THB 500 a day up to THB 20,000, with a 1-year ban if you surrender after more than 90 days. Ban tiers and the airport.
Thailand Privilege Card Prices: THB 650,000 to 5,000,000Visas & entryEvery Thailand Privilege Card tier with fee, years and points: Bronze THB 650,000 to Reserve THB 5,000,000, the SE and PE visas, and what it does not allow.
Thailand Re-Entry Permit: THB 1,000 or THB 3,800Visas & entrySingle or multiple Thai re-entry permit: THB 1,000 versus THB 3,800, where to apply, and what you lose if you leave without one.
Thailand Retirement Visa: Non-O, O-A and O-X ComparedVisas & entryThe three retirement routes side by side: age, the baht tests, how long money sits in the bank, O-A insurance, and the O-X for listed nationalities.
Thailand Royal and Etiquette Laws: Section 112 Carries 3 to 15 YearsLaws, fines & rulesWhich Thai rules are law and which are custom: section 112 carries 3 to 15 years, the flag up to 2 years, Buddha image export needs a licence.
Thailand Scams and How to Report Them: Numbers and StepsLaws, fines & rulesReport a tourist crime on 1155 and an online scam on 1441, then meet the investigator within 7 days.
Thailand Tax for Remote Workers: DTV, LTR and 180 DaysMoney, tax & adminWork done in Thailand is taxed wherever you are paid. Foreign income is taxed for residents of 180 days or more. LTR holders get an exemption.
Thailand Tax Residency: 180 Days and Foreign IncomeMoney, tax & adminYou are a Thai tax resident after 180 days in a calendar year. Foreign income earned from 1 January 2024 is taxed when you bring it in.
Thailand TDAC Arrival Card: Free, File Within 3 DaysVisas & entryThe Thailand Digital Arrival Card is free and filed online within 3 days before arrival, at tdac.immigration.go.th only. Steps and scam sites.
Thailand Tourist Entry Fee: Not in Force, THB 450 ProposedVisas & entryThailand's tourist entry fee is a proposal, not a charge: a flat THB 450 per person, air arrivals first. Status, timeline and exemptions.
Thailand Traffic Fines: Helmet THB 2,000, Speeding THB 4,000Laws, fines & rulesThai fines by offence: no helmet up to THB 2,000, speeding up to THB 4,000, drink-driving up to 1 year in prison.
Thailand Vape Law: Import Ban, Up to 10 YearsLaws, fines & rulesE-cigarettes are banned imports in Thailand since 27 December 2014. Importing one carries up to 10 years, holding one knowingly up to 5.
Thailand VAT Refund: THB 2,000 Per Shop Per DayMoney, tax & adminThailand VAT refund for tourists: THB 2,000 from one shop in one day, a Customs stamp from THB 20,000, ten airports and how the money is paid.
Thailand Visa Changes 2026: Timeline, 60 Days Cut to 30Visas & entryDated timeline of Thailand's visa changes: e-Visa, TDAC, the 60-day exemption repealed and 30 days from 15 Sep 2026, visa on arrival cut.
Thailand Visa Exemption: 30 Days Free, 60 CountriesVisas & entryThailand visa exemption from 15 September 2026: 30 days for tourism for 60 listed countries, one 30-day extension at THB 1,900. Country list.
Thailand Visa on Arrival: 3 Countries, THB 2,000, 15 DaysVisas & entryThailand visa on arrival since 15 September 2026 is for 3 countries, costs THB 2,000 in cash and lasts 15 days. Documents and exemption compared.
Thailand Visa Types: Every Route, Stay, Money and FeeVisas & entryEvery Thailand visa route in one table: exemption, tourist visa, DTV, LTR, retirement, family, study, work, Smart and Privilege, with stay, money and fee.
Thailand Weather by Month and Region: Rain, Heat, HazeSeasons & planningMonthly rain for six regions from Thai Meteorological Department normals for 1991-2020, plus northern haze months and marine park closures.
Thailand Work Permit: THB 3,100 for One Year, Fines and LimitsLiving in ThailandA one-year work permit costs THB 3,100 in government fees. The THB 2 million and 4 Thai staff test is an Immigration extension rule.
Tipping in Thailand: Read the Bill First, 10% and 7%Money, tax & adminA Thai menu can add a 10% service charge and 7% VAT; a hotel spa menu can include both. Read the bill, then decide on a tip.
TM.30 Explained: Who Files, 24 Hours and FinesVisas & entryThe TM.30 address notice anywhere in Thailand: the host files it within 24 hours, the fine is up to THB 2,000, and how to get proof.
Tourist Police Thailand: Call 1155 for Crimes Involving TouristsLaws, fines & rulesTourist police Thailand: call 1155 for crimes involving tourists, or use the free app. What they handle, where stations are and the report for insurance.
Udon Thani and Khon Kaen Guide: Flights From THB 818, Red Lotus Sea to Mid-FebruaryNorth, Isaan & CentralGetting to Udon Thani and Khon Kaen, Red Lotus Sea season and hours, Ban Chiang and Phu Phra Bat opening days, immigration offices, hospitals and weather.
Vaccinations for Thailand: What CDC and UK Advice ListHealth & safetyHepatitis A and typhoid for most travellers, Japanese encephalitis by stay, the yellow fever rule and Bangkok clinic prices.
Wat Arun Bangkok: THB 200 Ticket, Hours, Tha Tien FerryBangkokWat Arun costs THB 200 for foreigners and is open 08:00 to 18:00. Express boats stop at Tha Tien, not Wat Arun pier.
Wat Pho Bangkok: THB 300 Ticket, Hours, Reclining BuddhaBangkokWat Pho costs THB 300 for foreigners and is open 08:00 to 19:30. The Reclining Buddha is 46 meters long.
What Not to Bring Into Thailand: Banned Items and LimitsLaws, fines & rulesThailand bans vapes and narcotics; duty-free is 200 cigarettes and 1 litre of alcohol; meat needs a licence.
Where to Live in Bangkok: One-Bedroom Rent THB 14,000 to 35,700BangkokBangkok areas for long stays: average one-bedroom asking rent from THB 14,000 to 35,700, BTS fares, schools, immigration route and lease limits.
Where to Stay in Bangkok: Six Areas by Rail LineBangkokSix Bangkok areas matched to BTS and MRT stations and airport routes, with the 04:00 licensed-venue rule behind the noise.
White Temple Tickets: THB 200 for Foreigners, 08:00 to 17:00 on WeekdaysNorth, Isaan & CentralWat Rong Khun foreigner ticket, opening hours, dress rules, the Blue Temple and Black House, and the Greenbus from Chiang Mai.