How do I carry money on a trip to Thailand?

What is the safest way to take money to Thailand? You won't want to carry too much cash with you in Thailand, so using a card is ideal. However, your regular bank card may come with high foreign transaction fees. Avoid this by getting a dedicated travel money card from a service like Wise or Revolut.



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It is recommended not to buy any Thai Baht before arriving in Thailand as the rates offered in Thailand are always better than you could get back home. Cash exchanges in Thailand incur no commissions or fees. However, you should avoid changing cash at hotels, hostels or guesthouses because you will get a bad rate.

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Travelers entering Thailand under the Tourist Visa Exemption Scheme must possess adequate cash of or equivalent to 20,000 Baht per person or 40,000 Baht per family.

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Quick Tips to Travel in Thailand at a Low Cost Budget travelers and backpackers can stretch their budget to $175-$245 weekly. With a budget of $350-$420, you can travel to multiple destinations, indulge in delectable international cuisine, and even stay in air-conditioned accommodations.

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You can fly with any amount of cash. No law prohibits you from bringing any amount of money on a flight. Likewise, TSA has no rules that limit how much money you can bring through security. In other words, TSA has no cash limit per person.

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Narcotics. Pornographic materials. Counterfeit trademark items and IPR infringing items. Fake notes or coins.

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You may bring into or take out of the country, including by mail, as much money as you wish. However, if it is more than $10,000, you will need to report it to CBP. Use the online Fincen 105 currency reporting site or ask a CBP officer for the paper copy of the Currency Reporting Form (FinCen 105).

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Are you still wondering how much money to take to Thailand for 10 days? Generally speaking, you can travel around Thailand on a budget of $35-$70 per day (per person). As you can see in the infographic, we spent $67 per day as a couple.

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