Can you walk around Thailand with a beer?

Drinking alcohol in Thailand is legal, but it is restricted for use in such locations as temples, parks, gas stations and other. It is allowed to drink alcohol in public, but walking around with an opened bottle in Thailand is less socially acceptable.



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In Thailand, you have to be 20 years old to legally buy alcohol. This may surprise some readers, as many teenage tourists drink alcohol while partying in Thailand. No matter what other tourists tell you about the leniency regarding underage tourists and alcohol, the Thai law is the Thai law.

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The following are some examples of prohibited goods:
  • Narcotics.
  • Pornographic materials.
  • Counterfeit trademark goods and IPR infringing goods.
  • Fake notes or coins.
  • Reserved animals or CITES-listed wildlife.


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Thailand legal drinking age
You might be asked to show a proper document to prove that you are at least 20 years old. Sellers not complying with this regulation are subject to a fine up to 20,000 THB but quite often they might not be taking it too strictly, especially if you are a foreigner and look older.

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Alcohol sales ban during Buddhist holidays
Visakha Bucha Day – the day that falls on the full moon of the sixth month of the lunar year (is generally celebrated in May or June) Asahna Bucha Day – the day that falls on the full moon of the eighth lunar month (is celebrated in July or very start of August)

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Alcohol may be consumed on sandy portions of the beaches only. This applies both Soundside and Gulfside. It must not be in a glass container. Any person that fails to comply with these policies will face second-degree misdemeanor charges and if convicted can receive a $500 fine and or 60 days jail time.

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Thai custom law covers all persons entering the Kingdom regardless of their puposes (whether for transit or entering the Kingdom). The law covers all cigarettes regardless of their origin of purchase. Travelers entering Thailand are allowed to bring in a maximum of 1 liter of liquor per person.

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