Visa Requirements

Most European, North American, Australasian, East & Southeast Asian nationals do not require a visa to enter Thailand for up to a 30-day stay.

For more specific information, please check with Thailand 's Immigration Bureau here, or contact your local Thai embassy or consulate by checking here.

Arriving

Bangkok is served by most international airlines. Please check with your local travel agents or airline representatives for flight information from your area. Thailand's new international airport, the Suvarnabhumi Airport, opened in September 2006, is only 25 kilometres from Bangkok and can currently serve 45 million passengers a year. It is connected to Bangkok and nearby provinces by 5 main access routes and expressways.

For information about transportation from the airport to the city, please click here.

Getting Around

Taxis: Taxis can be hailed from the streets. Most are metered and only accept cash. All expressway and toll fares are to be paid by passengers.

Public Transportation: The BTS Skytrain and MRT (Metro) operate train services (elevated and underground, respectively) in the downtown area. Tickets can be purchased at the stations.

Mobile Phones

International visitors with 900 or 1800 GSM mobile phones will be able to use their phones in Thailand . Please check with your carrier for international roaming rates. Rechargeable SIM cards are also available for sale. Local service providers include AIS, Orange and DTAC.

Climate

July is in the middle of the rainy season. Bangkok has an average temperature of 32 degrees Celsius and high in humidity. Visitors can expect intermittent rain throughout the day.

What to Bring

Sunscreens, sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes & light and airy clothes.

For more travel information, please go to: www.tourismthailand.org