View Alerts and Messages Archive. One page is required per entry stamp; please note endorsement pages are not considered blank passport page. Learn about the U. Visit the Royal Thai Embassy website for the most current visa information. We strongly recommend you carry a copy of your U. You can find detailed information on vaccinations and other health precautions on the CDC website. However, these restrictions are generally not enforced. Please verify this information with the Royal Thai Embassy before you travel.
Find information on dual nationality , prevention of international child abduction and customs regulations on our websites. Terrorism: Terrorist groups and those inspired by such organizations are intent on attacking U. Terrorists are increasingly using less sophisticated methods of attack β including knives, firearms, and vehicles β to more effectively target crowds.
Frequently, their aim is unprotected or vulnerable targets, such as:. For more information, see our Terrorism page. Periodic acts of violence in Thailand remain a concern. In August , several small explosions and related arson events occurred in various locations throughout Bangkok resulting in no deaths but some injuries and minor property damage. Several small-scale bombings occurred near some tourist locations in the far Southern provinces in August and December In August , an explosion near the Erawan Shrine in downtown Bangkok killed at least 20 people and injured more than The U.
Department of State assesses there is a continued risk of terrorism in Southeast Asia, including in Thailand. If a protest or demonstration is expected to pass near the U. Embassy or Consulate facilities, Embassy and Consulate entrances and functions may be restricted. Far Southern Thailand: Periodic violence directed mostly at Thai government interests by a domestic insurgency continues to affect security in the southernmost provinces of Yala, Pattani, Narathiwat, and Songkhla.
Martial law is in force in this region. Travel to this region by U. S government employees must be reviewed and approved in advance. For more information on terrorist threats against U. Internet romance and financial scams are prevalent in Thailand. Scammers almost always pose as U. Common scams include:. Victims of Crime: U.
