Country Currency
Thailand Currency
The Thai baht is the official currency of Thailand.
Country money overview
Currency arrangements
Paying in Thailand
Cash, cards and local payments
Cash use
Thai baht cash remains useful for small merchants, local markets and places that do not accept a visitor's card.
Card acceptance
Card acceptance varies by merchant and location, so a secondary payment method is useful.
Contactless payments
PromptPay and Thai QR payments are major parts of Thailand's domestic digital-payment system, although access for visitors depends on their provider.
ATM availability
International cards can be used only where the relevant network is supported, and operator and issuer fees may both apply.
Travel money guidance
Planning a conversion
Before travel
Compare the final baht received from cash exchange, cards and ATMs, including fixed withdrawal charges.
ATM and foreign-card fees
A card transaction can include issuer fees and a conversion margin in addition to the displayed purchase amount.
Related
Related currencies
Exchange-rate information is provided for reference only and is not financial, trading or investment advice.
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Sources and review
Rate data and official references
FAQ
Thailand currency questions
Which currency is used in Thailand?
The Thai baht is the official currency of Thailand.
Does Thailand have multiple official currencies?
Thailand has one official currency: the Thai baht (THB).
How can I compare the Thai baht?
Use the conversion links on this page to compare Thailand's official currency with other major currencies.