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Thailand uses Type A / Type B / Type C power outlets at 230V, 50Hz. The general emergency number is 191 (police) / 1669 (medical). Tap water is not safe to drink — stick to bottled water.
Last reviewed . Verify visa and entry rules with official authorities before travel.
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Thailand runs at 230V. Travelers from 100–127V regions (US, Japan) need a voltage converter for devices that aren't dual-voltage.
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Tap water is not recommended for drinking. Use bottled or filtered water.
Tipping is not traditional but is increasingly common in tourist areas. Rounding up taxi fares and leaving 20-50 baht for good restaurant service is appreciated. Upscale hotels and restaurants may add a service charge.
November to February is the most comfortable season for Bangkok, Chiang Mai and many beach areas. March to May can be very hot, while monsoon patterns vary between the Andaman and Gulf coasts.
Visa exemptions, visas on arrival and tourist visas change periodically and depend on nationality. Confirm current rules with the Thai e-Visa portal or a Thai embassy before departure.
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No. Tap water in Thailand is not recommended for drinking. Use bottled or filtered water.
Thailand uses Type A, Type B, Type C plugs running at 230V, 50Hz. Thailand runs at 230V. Travelers from 100–127V regions (US, Japan) need a voltage converter for devices that aren't dual-voltage.
Dial 191 (police) / 1669 (medical) for general emergencies in Thailand. Police: 191. Ambulance: 1669.
November to February is the most comfortable season for Bangkok, Chiang Mai and many beach areas. March to May can be very hot, while monsoon patterns vary between the Andaman and Gulf coasts.
In Thailand, traffic drives on the left side of the road, so the steering wheel is on the right. Visitors from right-hand-drive countries should take extra care.
The international dialing code for Thailand is +66. Dial this prefix after your exit code (e.g. 00 or +) to call a Thailand number from abroad.
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