How much money do you need to carry to Thailand?

Do I need to bring Thai baht to Thailand?

Oh man, Thailand! Okay, so, like, do you need baht? Well, that's a loaded question, haha. See, I heard somewhere that there's this weird rule now...

Basically, Thai Customs want to see you've got cash. Like, 10,000 baht per person if you're going in visa-free. It's around, like, six point eight million VND, which is a lot right? Or 20,000 baht per family. About thirteen point six million VND.

Now, they are all about the tourist visa exemption policy, so it sounds very specific? I mean, I don't know. I'd take some baht.

• Carry baht: Easier for small purchases and avoiding conversion fees.
• Alternatives: Credit cards are accepted at larger places. ATMs everywhere.
• Officially: Requirement enforced randomly, but be prepared.
• My take: Get some before you land; it's less stress.

I went last year in 2023, and honestly, I just used my card most of the time. You gotta watch out for those ATM fees though, they're sneaky. But yeah, that rule thing is weird, isn't it? Oh and I remeber also, that I was on holiday with my dad and we were worried about the budget! It was in Phuket. We went to the beach! I can't wait to go again. Maybe next year in 2025.

What do I need to enter Thailand as a Canadian?

Okay, so, I went to Thailand in 2023, right? My Canadian passport, that's all I needed. No visa hassle. Landed in Bangkok, the airport was crazy busy, a total zoo. Whew! Immigration was surprisingly fast though. Stamped my passport – sixty days, boom. Easy peasy.

Later I needed more time. Needed to extend my stay, you know? Found the immigration office, it was a bit of a hunt, but I got there. The process was, well, a process. Forms, photos, waiting, more waiting. But hey, got an extra 30 days. Total 90 days in Thailand. Amazing! Worth the minor paperwork headache, seriously. It was hot, though, in Bangkok that time of year. Seriously hot. Felt like melting. I loved all the temples and food though! So worth it.

• Passport: Canadian passport, valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay. That's key!
• Proof of onward travel: Flight or other transportation leaving the country before your visa expires. I think they checked.
• Sufficient funds: Show you have enough money to support yourself during your trip. I just showed my bank statement. Don't know if they really checked.
• Hotel Bookings: (Optional, but helps) Having confirmed hotel bookings for at least the first part of your stay. I showed mine. They might ask.

The whole experience wasn't bad at all, honestly. More straightforward than I expected, even with the extension. Just be prepared for a bit of a queue and bring copies of everything, just in case.

How much money do you need to take to Thailand for 2 weeks?

Okay, Thailand for two weeks, huh? Money... gotta think.

• £100-£150 a week sounds good. So, that's like £200-£300 total? Wait, is that enough?

• Flights are already paid, thank goodness! And hotel in Bangkok too, only spending cash.

• Food is cheap, cheap, cheap! Street food all day long! Gotta get pad thai, duh. And mango sticky rice! Nom nom.

• But... what about shopping? I def need some souvenirs. Plus, that elephant sanctuary trip costs money! Argh! How much was that, again? Around £50?

• Okay, so food, shopping, elephants... and massages! A massage a day keeps the doctor away, right? How much? £10 each maybe?

• Two weeks of massages, plus elephants, plus souvenirs... hmm. Maybe £400 is safer? Or even £500? Just in case. Gotta budget now!

• And what about emergencies? Always forget about that. Sigh. Okay, £500 it is! Gotta find an ATM when I land.

  • Flights: Already booked and paid
  • Accomodation: 3 nights hotel in Bangkok paid
  • Elephant Sanctuary: Approximately £50 per person
  • Massages: Around £10 per massage
  • Food: Thailand is pretty cheap, street food saves money.
  • Shopping: Souvenirs are an important part of the trip.
  • Emergency: unexpected problems.

How many baht do you need to enter Thailand?

Entering Thailand? Mmm, the "required funds" thing... It's kinda like that urban legend everyone swears is true.

• Technically, showing proof of funds is a thing.
• The suggested amount floating around is 10,000 Baht per person or 20,000 Baht per family.

I mean, who really carries that much cash anymore? (I know I don't, haha).

Most likely, they're just looking to see if you can, you know, sustain yourself. Credit cards are typically fine.

The bigger cost? The overall trip. We're talking flights, accommodation, Pad Thai cravings. Budgeting that requires a bit more thought, honestly.

I remember splurging way too much on those silk scarves in Chiang Mai once… No regrets, though! Now I'm always careful with my budget and check the prices of the flights beforehand. For example, Vietjet sometimes has great deals!