If you are comfortable doing that, then go ahead. Thai authorities recommend tourists and foreign ex-pats carry their passports with them at all times while in Thailand. Do as they do to avoid causing offence and potentially landing yourself in trouble. Just before a film begins a video is shown celebrating the Thai Royal family, during which the audience will stand quietly. Follow the lead of locals, stop whatever you’re doing, and stand still and silent until the song finishes.Īnother version of this occurs before movies at Thai cinemas. In urban areas, at 8am and 6pm every day, you’ll hear loud speakers playing the Thai national anthem. There will also probably be times during your trip to Thailand that you’ll need to stand to attention as a mark of respect to the nation and, by extension, to its royal family. It’s better to avoid mentioning them altogether. Also, do not write anything derogatory about the Thai Royal family online. So do not, in any circumstances, say anything negative about Thailand’s monarchy while you’re in the country. While it is rare for tourists to be face lese-majeste charges, it can happen. Lese-majeste complaints can be filed by anyone, against anyone, and are always investigated by the police. In Thailand’s case, that is King Maha Vajiralongkorn. This means it has a Government, but it’s head of State is a royal figure. Like the UK, Japan, Spain, Belgium and the Netherlands, to name a few, Thailand is a constitutional monarchy. Thailand, however, has extremely strict laws called lese-majeste, under which people can receive long prison sentences for insulting its monarchy.

In many Western countries, it’s normal for people to make fun of, or criticize national figureheads, even royalty. Behave with the same caution and respect you show back home and you’ll avoid trouble.

Thailand has long attracted hedonistic travelers, but don’t make the mistake of thinking “anything goes” in the Land of Smiles. Shares Facebook Twitter Photo © iStock/tobiasjo Please note that not all content is translated or available to residents of all countries. By telling us your country of residence we are able to provide you with the most relevant travel insurance information.

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