Thailand travel guide for Australians

Australians do not need a visa for Thailand for tourism stays up to 60 days. You need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date and proof of onward travel. Entry is straightforward, but check your passport's validity before booking.

Australian citizens are exempt from visa requirements for tourism stays of up to 60 days. You must hold a passport valid for at least six months from your arrival date, and you may be asked to show proof of onward travel, such as a return ticket. Overstaying your permitted period incurs fines and can affect future entry.

For stays longer than 60 days, or for work or study, you need a visa from a Thai embassy or consulate before arrival. Check the Thai immigration website for the latest rules, as they can change.

The Australian Embassy in Bangkok is at 37 South Sathorn Road, Yan Nawa, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120. It handles consular services for Australians, including passport renewals and emergency assistance. For urgent help, call the 24-hour consular emergency line, which is answered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Canberra.

For non-urgent enquiries, use the embassy's website or email. Register your travel plans with Smartraveller before you go so the embassy can contact you in a crisis.

A two-week trip to Thailand typically costs 1,500–3,000 AUD per person, including flights, accommodation, food and activities. Flights from Sydney or Melbourne to Bangkok cost around 700–1,200 AUD return (2026 estimate). On the ground, budget 50–100 AUD per day for mid-range travel: a decent hotel room, three meals, local transport and a few activities.

Street food and local buses keep costs low; resort areas and island transfers push them up. See the cost of travel page for a full breakdown.

Direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth to Bangkok take about 7–9 hours, depending on the route. From Perth it is around 7 hours; from Sydney about 9 hours. Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the main international gateway, with Don Mueang (DMK) serving budget airlines.

Use the flight-time planner to compare options from your home city.

Thailand uses 220 V, 50 Hz electricity with plug types A, B, C and O. Australian plugs (type I) do not fit, so bring a universal adapter. Most modern devices handle 220 V, but check your chargers.

Tipping is not required in Thailand. Round up the bill, leave small change for service, and tip massage therapists and guides if you are happy with the service. A 50–100 baht tip for a massage is common.

In an emergency, dial 191 for police, 1669 for ambulance, and 1155 for the tourist police, who speak English. For consular help, contact the Australian Embassy in Bangkok.