Monday, October 12, 2026

Visitor Information

General tourism information and some useful tips for visitors to the kingdom, from planning a visit to ensuring a pleasant stay.

Weather and travel conditions in Bangkok and surrounding areas – Visitor information

Weather and travel conditions in Bangkok and surrounding areas – Visitor information

Most tourism areas, attractions and visitor facilities in Bangkok and major destinations across Thailand continue to operate normally and remain accessible. Airports and most transport...
TAT announces special public holidays on 28–29 September 2026

TAT announces special public holidays on 28–29 September 2026

TAT confirms special public holidays on 28–29 September 2026 for Bangkok, Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani and Samut Prakan amid heavy rainfall and flooding. Staff will work...
Thailand Visa Update announcing new 30-day and 15-day visa exemption rules effective 15 September 2026 over a scenic turquoise lagoon.

Thailand introduces new 30-day and 15-day visa exemption rules from 15 September

Thailand’s new visa framework takes effect on 15 September 2026, replacing the 60-day visa exemption with 30-day and 15-day categories. The rules cover 60 countries...
Thailand introduces enhanced baggage screening procedures: information for air travellers

Thailand introduces enhanced baggage screening procedures: information for air travellers

Thailand will introduce revised checked baggage screening procedures from 16 October 2026. Suspicious bags may be opened without passengers present under controlled, video-recorded conditions, with...
TAT reminds foreign visitors travelling to Thailand to keep evidence of sufficient funds ready for possible immigration screening. The long-standing requirement varies by entry category and may be met with Thai Baht, equivalent foreign currency, or supporting payment documents. Travellers should check current official guidance before departure and entry screening.

Thailand entry reminder on proof of funds for foreign visitors

TAT reminds foreign visitors travelling to Thailand to keep evidence of sufficient funds ready for possible immigration screening. The long-standing requirement varies by entry category...
Flying a Drone in Thailand – Updated Guide for Tourists

Flying a Drone in Thailand – Updated Guide for Tourists

This official guide outlines the legal requirements for flying a drone in Thailand. It covers registration with NBTC and CAAT, insurance, pre-flight procedures, operational restrictions,...
THIM Thailand Immigration Management app promoting TDAC submission for foreign travellers visiting Thailand via air, land, and sea.

Thailand Immigration Management application introduced to streamline foreign traveller registration

TAT advises foreign travellers that pilot access is now available for the Thailand Immigration Management application, or THIM. The optional app supports TDAC-linked registration, passport...
Phuket International Airport updates immigration services with automated passport channels

Phuket International Airport updates immigration services with automated passport channels

Phuket International Airport will introduce automated passport channels for international departures from 13 June 2026. The new Automatic Border Channel system aims to support smoother...
Alcohol sales and consumption rules in Thailand

Alcohol sales and consumption rules updated in Thailand – what tourists need to know

Thailand has updated its alcohol sales rules, allowing alcoholic beverages to be sold generally from 11.00 to 24.00 Hrs. from 29 May 2026. Visitors should...
Ministry of Public Health official speaking into a microphone during a meeting on updated Ebola prevention measures in Thailand.

Thailand updates Ebola measures for travellers from risk areas

Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health has updated Ebola virus disease measures for travellers from or through the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. From...