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Thailand Travel Guide: Entry & Visa Guidelines

Everything you need to plan your trip to Thailand, including entry visas, passport requirements, and local safety rules.

CapitalBangkok
CurrencyThai Baht (THB ฿)
LanguageThai
Visa CategorySchengen / Travel
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Thailand Travel & Visa Requirements

Everything you need to plan your trip to Thailand, including entry visas, passport requirements, and local safety rules. Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months past your travel dates.

At a Glance: Quick Facts

Capital CityBangkok
Official CurrencyThai Baht (THB ฿)
Primary LanguageThai
Time ZoneIndochina Time (ICT, UTC+7)
Dialing Code+66
Driving SideLeft
Electricity PlugType A / B / C / O (220V, 50Hz)
Emergency Number191 (Police) / 1155 (Tourist Police in English)

Currency & Cards

Thai Baht (฿) - Credit cards accepted in shopping malls and hotels. Cash is essential for street food, night markets, and island ferries.

💡 Tipping: Not strictly customary, but 20–50 THB small tips or 10% in upscale restaurants are warmly welcomed.

Languages Spoken

Primary: Thai

Moderate to high in Bangkok, Phuket, Koh Samui, and Chiang Mai tourist hubs.

Time Zone

Standard: Indochina Time (ICT - UTC+7, no daylight saving observed)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Visa requirements depend on your nationality. Many tourists can enter visa-free or obtain an online visa or eVisa. Check with official consulates.

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