Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

09/24/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/25/2024 19:18

Thailand travel advice

Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).

Areas where advises against all but essential travel

advises against all but essential travel to parts of the south, near the Thailand-Malaysia border:

  • Pattani Province
  • Yala Province
  • Narathiwat Province
  • southern Songkhla Province - south of the A43 road between Hat Yai and Sakom, and south of the train line which runs between Hat Yai and Padang Besar

also advises against all but essential travel on the Hat Yai to Padang Besar train line that runs through these provinces.

This is due to regular terrorist attacks in the provinces by the border with Malaysia.

Find out more about why advises against travel.

Heavy rains and flooding in Thailand

Thailand is currently facing heavy rains and flooding in parts of the country, including widespread flooding in northern Thailand. Local authorities have issued warnings related to areas near the Ping River, including in central Chiang Mai. Remain vigilant and follow the advice of local authorities.

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

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