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Bangkok Citizens Can Now Explore 82 Visa-Free Travel Destinations Including Australia, South Korea and Russia – See If You Qualify! – Travel And Tour World
Monday, July 22, 2024
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As of 2024, Bangkok Citizens or Thai passport holders can travel to a total of 82 destinations completely visa-free. This includes 41 countries that allow visa-free entry, 38 countries that offer visas on arrival, and 3 destinations where an electronic travel authorization (eTA) is accepted. Some of the notable countries that Thai citizens can visit without a visa include Japan, South Korea, Russia, Iraq, Turkey, Argentina, and Brazil. This extensive access places the Thai passport at the 63rd position in the global ranking of passport strength.
Visa-Free Destinations
- Asia:
- Japan
- South Korea
- Hong Kong
- Indonesia
- Laos
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Philippines
- Singapore
- Vietnam
- Europe:
- Russia (certain regions)
- Turkey
- Georgia
- Albania
- Armenia
- Belarus
- Serbia
- Americas:
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Peru
- Uruguay
- Africa:
- Oceania:
Visa on Arrival Destinations
- Asia:
- Nepal
- Sri Lanka
- Tajikistan
- Timor-Leste
- Africa:
- Cape Verde
- Comoros
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Guinea-Bissau
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritania
- Mozambique
- Rwanda
- Senegal
- Somalia
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
- Oceania:
- Middle East:
eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) Destinations
- North America:
- Australia:
- New Zealand:
Top Airlines for Bangkok Citizens Traveling to Visa-Free Destinations
1. Thai Airways
- Destinations: Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, Maldives, Russia, Turkey
- Key Hub: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Bangkok
2. Bangkok Airways
- Destinations: Maldives, Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Malaysia, Laos, Cambodia
- Key Hub: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Bangkok
3. Singapore Airlines
- Destinations: Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam, Turkey
- Key Hub: Changi Airport (SIN), Singapore
4. Cathay Pacific
- Destinations: Hong Kong, Philippines, Japan, South Korea
- Key Hub: Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), Hong Kong
5. Malaysia Airlines
- Destinations: Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines, Vietnam
- Key Hub: Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), Malaysia
6. Vietnam Airlines
- Destinations: Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia
- Key Hub: Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), Hanoi, Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), Ho Chi Minh City
7. Japan Airlines
- Destinations: Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong
- Key Hub: Narita International Airport (NRT), Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND), Tokyo
8. Korean Air
- Destinations: South Korea, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Singapore
- Key Hub: Incheon International Airport (ICN), Seoul
9. Aeroflot
- Destinations: Russia
- Key Hub: Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), Moscow
10. Turkish Airlines
- Destinations: Turkey, Georgia
- Key Hub: Istanbul Airport (IST), Istanbul
Top Airports for Bangkok Citizens Traveling to Visa-Free Destinations
- Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Bangkok
- Primary hub for Thai Airways and Bangkok Airways
- Major connecting flights to Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, Maldives, and Indonesia
- Changi Airport (SIN), Singapore
- Hub for Singapore Airlines
- Major connecting flights to various Southeast Asian destinations and Turkey
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), Hong Kong
- Hub for Cathay Pacific
- Major connecting flights to Japan, South Korea, and the Philippines
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), Malaysia
- Hub for Malaysia Airlines
- Major connecting flights to Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines, and Vietnam
- Narita International Airport (NRT) and Haneda Airport (HND), Tokyo, Japan
- Hubs for Japan Airlines
- Major connecting flights to South Korea and Hong Kong
- Incheon International Airport (ICN), Seoul, South Korea
- Hub for Korean Air
- Major connecting flights to Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, and Singapore
- Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), Moscow, Russia
- Hub for Aeroflot
- Major connecting flights to Bangkok
- Istanbul Airport (IST), Istanbul, Turkey
- Hub for Turkish Airlines
- Major connecting flights to Bangkok and Georgia
Top Cruise Routes for Bangkok Citizens to Visa-Free Destinations
- Southeast Asia Cruise:
- Route: Bangkok (Laem Chabang) – Singapore – Malaysia – Indonesia
- Cruise Lines: Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, Costa Cruises
- Destinations: Singapore (visa-free), Malaysia (visa-free), Indonesia (visa-free)
- Highlights: Cultural landmarks, beautiful beaches, and vibrant cityscapes.
- East Asia Cruise:
- Route: Bangkok (Laem Chabang) – Hong Kong – Japan – South Korea
- Cruise Lines: Celebrity Cruises, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean
- Destinations: Hong Kong (visa-free), Japan (visa-free), South Korea (visa-free)
- Highlights: Modern cities, historical sites, and stunning landscapes.
- Australia and New Zealand Cruise:
- Route: Bangkok (Laem Chabang) – Singapore – Australia – New Zealand
- Cruise Lines: Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Holland America Line
- Destinations: Australia (eTA), New Zealand (eTA)
- Highlights: Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House, and Maori culture.
- South America Cruise:
- Route: Bangkok (Laem Chabang) – Singapore – South America
- Cruise Lines: Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Celebrity Cruises
- Destinations: Argentina (visa-free), Brazil (visa-free), Chile (visa-free)
- Highlights: Amazon Rainforest, Patagonian landscapes, and vibrant cultures.
Top Railway Routes for Bangkok Citizens to Visa-Free Destinations
- Trans-Siberian Railway:
- Route: Bangkok – Beijing – Moscow – Europe
- Operators: Russian Railways, China Railway
- Destinations: Russia (visa-free certain regions)
- Highlights: Scenic landscapes, historical cities, and cultural diversity.
- Eastern & Oriental Express:
- Route: Bangkok – Kuala Lumpur – Singapore
- Operators: Belmond
- Destinations: Malaysia (visa-free), Singapore (visa-free)
- Highlights: Luxury travel, beautiful scenery, and cultural experiences.
- China High-Speed Rail:
- Route: Bangkok – Kunming – Beijing
- Operators: China Railway
- Destinations: China (requires visa, but easily accessible)
- Highlights: Rapid travel, modern facilities, and access to major Chinese cities.
- Thailand-Malaysia Train:
- Route: Bangkok – Butterworth – Kuala Lumpur – Johor Bahru – Singapore
- Operators: State Railway of Thailand, KTM (Malaysia)
- Destinations: Malaysia (visa-free), Singapore (visa-free)
- Highlights: Convenient travel, scenic routes, and rich cultural experiences.
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