Thailand Travel Risk

Exercise normal precaution in Thailand. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Thailand is generally a safe destination for travelers. Review our Travel Guidance for Thailand to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

• Exercise Increased Caution near the Thai-Cambodian border due to the risk of armed conflict.
• Exercise Increased Caution in the Yala, Pattani, and Narathiwat provinces due to the risk of unrest.

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

Thailand-Malaysia border

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

• Pattani Province
• Yala Province
• Narathiwat Province
• The districts of Chana, Thepa, Na Thawi and Saba Yoi in southern Songkhla Province

FCDO 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 attacks in the provinces by the border with Malaysia. See Safety and security .

Thailand-Cambodia border

FCDO advises against all but essential travel to areas within 20km of the land border with Cambodia.

Fighting occurred along parts of the border in July 2025, and further clashes took place in early December, involving rocket and artillery fire. Land borders and crossings between Thailand and Cambodia remain suspended. Tourist sites close to the border, including the Khao Phra Wihan Preah Vihear temple, the Ta Kwai Ta Krabey temple and the Ta Muen Thom Tamone Thom temple, are closed. There are unexploded landmines in the area. Travel to affected border regions should be avoided.

Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel.

This guide also has safety advice for regions of Thailand.

Terrorism

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad.

Terrorism in Thailand

Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Thailand.

There are regular terrorist attacks in the 4 provinces in the southern tip of Thailand by the border with Malaysia. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all but essential travel to these provinces.

Martial law is in place in most areas in these provinces, which means security forces have greater security enforcement and investigative powers. See Regional risks.

However, terrorist attacks could take place anywhere in Thailand. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in tourist destinations. Stay aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with local media reports and follow the advice of local authorities.

Targets might include:

• security forces
• government offices
• locations popular with tourists and foreigners
• hotels
• shops and supermarkets
• transport infrastructure

This section has safety advice for regions of Thailand. It only covers regions where FCDO has specific advice.

You should also read FCDO’s overall travel advice and safety and security advice.

Thailand-Malaysia border

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

• Pattani Province
• Yala Province
• Narathiwat Province
• The districts of Chana, Thepa, Na Thawi and Saba Yoi in southern Songkhla Province

FCDO 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 attacks in the provinces by the border with Malaysia. See Safety and security .

Thailand-Cambodia border

In July 2025, Thailand and Cambodia fought along parts of the border. The fighting included the use of rocket and artillery fire. Tensions remain and fighting erupted again at various points along the border in early December. Land borders and crossings between Thailand and Cambodia continue to be suspended. Some tourist destinations in border areas such as the Khao Phra Wihan/Preah Vihear temple, the Ta Kwai/Ta Krabey temple and the Ta Muen Thom/Tamone Thom temple are closed.

There are also unexploded landmines in the border area.

FCDO advises against all but essential travel to within 20km of the land border with Cambodia.

Partial regional extract; read the full official section.

Risk level

Thailand - Exercise a high degree of caution

Exercise a high degree of caution in Thailand due to ongoing political tensions and sporadic demonstrations in Bangkok and elsewhere in the country.

Regional risks

Thailand-Cambodia border - Avoid all travel

Avoid all travel to the area within 50 kilometres of the Thailand-Cambodia border due to ongoing tensions in the region.

Southern provinces of Narathiwat, Pattani, Yala and southern Songkhla province - Avoid all travel

Avoid all travel to the following southern provinces and region due to violent attacks from separatist insurgents and the unpredictable security situation:

• Narathiwat
• Pattani
• Yala
• southern Songkhla province: Hat Yai city east of Highways 408 and 4113, including Sakom

Tensions along the Thailand-Cambodia border

There have been ongoing armed clashes along the Thailand-Cambodia border stemming from a longstanding border dispute. Thai and Cambodian authorities reached a ceasefire agreement on December 27, 2025. The ceasefire is in effect; however, the security environment in border areas remains unpredictable. Land border crossings between Thailand and Cambodia are currently closed.

Thai authorities have declared martial law in several districts along the border with Cambodia. When martial law is in effect, local authorities have enhanced powers and may impose security measures such as:

• curfews
• evacuations
• and other movement restrictions

Land mines and unexploded ordnance are present in the disputed border regions.

If you decide to travel near the border with Cambodia despite the advisory:

• expect an increased military presence and vigilance
• follow the instructions of local authorities, including curfews and evacuation orders

Southern provinces of Narathiwat, Pattani, Yala and southern Songkhla province

Separatist insurgents periodically perpetrate criminally and politically motivated attacks in the southernmost provinces of Narathiwat, Pattani and Yala. They have also carried out an increasing number of violent attacks in areas of southern Songkhla province.

These deadly attacks include shootings, bombings and arson, and are usually directed at military, government and security buildings and personnel. They have also occurred in a variety of public places. In southern Songkhla province, bombings, shootings and other attacks have targeted monks, civilians and security forces, and resulted in casualties.

These groups may also target popular tourist areas throughout Thailand.

Martial law and heavily enhanced security measures are in place in Narathiwat, Pattani, and Yala provinces, and the Chana, Na Thawi, Thepha and Saba Yoi districts of Songkhla province. Cross-border skirmishes occur at land crossings and check-points near the border when Thai and Malaysian security forces clash with criminal networks and insurgent groups operating in the area.

Increased enforcement powers allow authorities to:

• detain suspects without charge
• conduct searches
• seize objects or documents
• impose curfews

You risk becoming a collateral victim of an attack if you travel in these provinces.

泰国现有红色（极高风险）地区3个，其他地区均为蓝色（低风险）。具体如下：

红色地区：南部北大年、也拉、陶公府地区。外交部提醒中国公民近期暂勿前往泰国上述地区，已在当地的人员和机构尽快撤离或转移至安全地区。如遇紧急情况，请及时报警并与中国驻当地使领馆取得联系。

外交部和驻外使领馆将继续密切关注海外安全形势变化，动态调整有关风险评估，并实时在中国领事服务网等平台发布、更新相应安全提醒，请持续关注。