For safety reasons, the FCDO recommends against all but essential travel:
- Pattani
- yala
- Narathiwat
- Southern Songkhla Province. This excludes areas north of and inclusive of the A43 road between Hat Yai and Sakong, and areas north of and inclusive of the train line running between Hat Yai and Pedang Besar.
Consular assistance is available all over Thailand except for the provinces mentioned above.see terrorism
COVID-19 entry restrictions in Thailand
Before traveling, please review the Entry Requirements section for current entry restrictions and requirements in Thailand. These may change without warning. Follow this advice for the latest updates and keep in touch with your travel provider.
Traveling from and back to the UK
Check what must be done to travel abroad and return to England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland.
If you are planning to return to the UK via another country, please check the travel advice for the country you are passing through.
If you plan to travel to Thailand, find out what you need to know about the coronavirus in the Coronavirus section.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s more important than ever to get travel insurance and check that it provides adequate coverage. See FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.
For information on the COVID-19 vaccine, see the Coronavirus page.
Thai authorities have introduced some new disease control measures at the national and local levels. The situation may continue to change as measures are introduced or lifted at any time. You should follow the advice of the Thai authorities. See coronavirus.
The vaccine is currently being rolled out nationwide for all Thai residents, including foreigners. In many regions, vaccine supplies are limited, and registration and vaccination programs have been suspended.
Health services are under increasing pressure in areas hardest hit by COVID-19. You may find it difficult to get COVID-19 testing and medical services.
Activists will likely continue to hold rallies across Thailand in the coming weeks. In Bangkok, potential rally locations include the Democracy Monument on Ratchadamnoen Boulevard, Ratchaphrasong Shopping District, MBK Building and Skywalk near Bangkok Arts and Cultural Centre, Din Daeng Junction, Phloen Chit Road, Asok Junction, Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Grand Palace, Victory Monument and university campuses. Routes of travel and rendezvous points may change in short periods of time without warning. Gatherings may disrupt traffic and public transport, business activity, and may enhance a security presence.
During recent protests, some groups threw objects such as rocks, bricks, water bottles, sticks, fireworks and small homemade explosive devices. Police used water cannons, tear gas and rubber bullets. During recent protests, there have been incidents of live ammunition.
Avoid any protests or political rallies and be wary of making political statements in public. Lèse-majesté (criticism of the monarchy in any form) is a broadly interpretable crime punishable by a long prison sentence.see political situation
It is highly likely that terrorists will attempt to launch an attack in Thailand. On August 2, 2019, several small explosions occurred in Bangkok. On March 10, 2019, several small explosions occurred in the cities of Satun and Pathalang in southern Thailand. Authorities have repeatedly warned that the attack could coincide with a symbolic date or holiday. Be careful, especially in public places, follow the advice of local authorities and pay close attention to local media coverage.see terrorism
Urban areas in Thailand, especially Bangkok and Chiang Mai, have poor air quality and high levels of PM 2.5, sometimes reaching unhealthy and dangerous levels.Check air quality
Make sure you research local laws and customs before traveling. Laws and penalties may differ from the UK. A conviction for possession, distribution or manufacture of drugs can result in the death penalty.see local laws and customs
Thailand has a high number of road accidents, especially those involving motorcycles.see road trip
The rainy season in most parts of Thailand is from May to October.see rainy season
UK health authorities have listed Thailand as a country at risk of Zika transmission. For information and advice on risks associated with Zika virus, visit the National Travel Health Network and Centre website.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand’s website and call center (1672 – press “9” for English) can provide some general advice to tourists in English. If you need to contact the local emergency services, please call 1155 (tourist police) or 1669 (emergency medical services).
If you need urgent help from the UK government, please contact the nearest UK embassy, consulate or high commission.
If you live in Thailand or plan to stay longer, check out this guide to living in Thailand in addition to this travel advice.
The Overseas Business Risk Service provides UK companies operating overseas with information and advice on how to manage risks related to political, economic and business security.
