Practical travel advice for Australians visiting Thailand
Thailand remains one of the easiest and most popular destinations for Australians in Southeast Asia. With direct flights from major Australian cities and a well-established tourism infrastructure, it is generally straightforward to navigate once you understand a few local systems.
This guide is written specifically for Australians travelling to Thailand. It focuses on the practical logistics you need to sort out before and during your trip, including visas and entry requirements, airport arrivals, money, transport, connectivity, safety, and common scams. Its purpose is to help you prepare, not to plan an itinerary or recommend attractions.
Australians often find Thailand easier to manage than expected. Entry procedures are clear, infrastructure is reliable in most areas, and English is widely understood in tourist centres. Some newer entry requirements, such as completing Thailand’s Digital Arrival Card online before departure, can catch Australians out if they rely on outdated assumptions. Most
issues travellers encounter are minor and relate to planning details such as visa rules, managing cash, organising a SIM or eSIM, and understanding transport options on arrival.
For first-time visitors to Southeast Asia, Thailand is a reassuring place to start. It is generally safe for solo travellers, couples, and families, and day-to-day travel is straightforward once basic systems are understood. Scams do exist, but they are typically predictable and easy to avoid with basic awareness.
This site is designed as an independent, no-nonsense reference for Australians. It avoids generic or promotional travel advice and focuses instead on how things actually work in Thailand today. Each page below covers one topic in detail, with information relevant to Australian travellers.
Essential Thailand Travel Information for Australians
- Thailand Visa for Australians
- Before You Fly to Thailand: Pre-Departure Checklist
- Money & ATMs in Thailand
- Best eSIM for Thailand
- Is Thailand Safe for Australians?
- Thailand Scams Australians Should Know About
Last reviewed: Feb 2026
Content on this page is reviewed regularly (approximately every 3 weeks) to reflect changes to entry requirements, visa rules, and common issues affecting Australian travellers. Where requirements are critical, official government sources are referenced.