Before travelling
Discuss personal vaccinations, medication and health risks with a qualified travel-medicine professional. Arrange travel health insurance that covers treatment and, if needed, evacuation.
Mosquito protection
Use effective repellent, wear long light clothing when practical and use screens or air conditioning. Dengue and other mosquito-borne illnesses occur in Thailand.
Sun and heat
- Use high-factor sunscreen
- Drink regularly
- Take breaks in the shade
- Avoid strenuous activity during the hottest hours
Travel pharmacy
Personal
Personal prescription medication in original packaging, Plasters and disinfectant, Pain and fever medicine suitable for you
On the road
Oral rehydration salts, Mosquito repellent and sunscreen
Seek medical advice for breathing problems, severe pain, persistent high fever, dehydration, allergic reactions or rapidly worsening symptoms. In an emergency call 1669.
Frequently asked questions
Which vaccinations do I need?
This depends on your route, duration, health and activities. Seek individual travel-medicine advice.
Why use mosquito protection during the day?
Aedes mosquitoes that can transmit dengue are also active by day.
What belongs in a travel pharmacy?
Personal medicines, wound care, suitable pain, fever and diarrhoea remedies, repellent and sunscreen.
Official information
Please check current official information before travelling.