Following the recent 7.7 magnitude earthquake in the region, there’s ongoing assessments of the structural integrity of buildings across Thailand. Check with your accommodation provider and follow the advice of technical experts and local authorities. Avoid affected areas, follow the advice of the local authorities, including any evacuation orders. Monitor local media for updates (see ‘Safety’).
We continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution in Thailand overall. We continue to advise reconsider your need to travel to Yala, Pattani and Narathiwat provinces. Be alert to risks around drink spiking. Don’t leave food or drinks unattended. Stay with people you trust at bars, nightclubs and in taxis. See our advice on partying safely while overseas. There’s an ongoing risk of terrorism in Thailand. Popular tourist areas may be the target of terrorist attacks. Road accidents are a significant cause of injury. Wear helmets on motorcycles and motorcycle taxis (see ‘Safety’).
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Thailand overall due to security and safety risks.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
