Foreign visitors may freely bring in foreign currencies or other type of foreign exchange.
Cheques or drafts brought in must sold to a bank within 15 days of arrival. Upon leaving Thailand, they may freely take out all foreign exchange they have brought in. Fore residents, unlimited amounts of foreign notes and coins may be taken out for traveling expenses. The amount of draft or cheque is subject to the approval of the issuing bank.
- Foreign visitors may bring in an unlimited amount of Thai currency. For travelers leaving Thailand, both Thais and foreigners, the maximum amount permitted to take out without prior authorization is 50,000 baht per person or, if they are going to one of Thailand neighboring countries, 500,000 baht per person.
- The basic monetary unit in Thailand is the Baht. A baht is divided into 100 satang. The following coins and notes are currently in use:
- Coins 25 and 50 satang; 1, 5 and 10 baht.
- Bank notes 10 (brown),
20 (green),
50 (blue),
100 (red),
500 (purple),
1,000 (gray) baht.
- Major foreign currencies can be exchanged for Thai baht with banks and authorized money changers. Major credit cards are also widely accepted in tourist centers.
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