TTT NEWS NETWORK
KOLKATA | 4 AUGUST 2025
Visitor Information (as of 31 July 2025, 12.00 Hrs. GMT+7) The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) advises that heightened security measures remain in place across seven provinces along the Thailand–Cambodia border—Ubon Ratchathani, Si Sa Ket, Surin, Buri Ram, Sa Kaeo, Chanthaburi, and Trat—due to ongoing cross-border tensions. Martial law continues to be enforced in designated districts of Chanthaburi and Trat. A ceasefire between Thai and Cambodian forces is currently in effect, though authorities advise continued caution for all parties.
Travellers are strongly advised to avoid all border checkpoints, tourist attractions, national parks, lookout points, and surrounding communities in the affected provinces. Entry and exit through designated checkpoints remain prohibited. Roads near the border should be avoided. All visitors and residents must comply fully with local authorities and military personnel.
A nationwide drone ban is in effect from 30 July to 15 August 2025. All unmanned aerial vehicles are prohibited unless operated by authorised agencies. Military personnel may neutralise unauthorised drones without warning. Offenders face legal penalties, including fines and imprisonment.
This advisory will be updated as the situation evolves. Please check back regularly for the latest information.
General Travel Situation in Thailand
Travel elsewhere in Thailand continues unaffected. Domestic and international transport services—including air, rail, bus, and ferry—are operating as normal. Major destinations such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Samui, Krabi, Pattaya, and Ayutthaya remain open and continue to welcome visitors. Travellers are encouraged to stay informed and plan accordingly.
Travellers heading toward border areas should verify transport schedules and stay updated on any changes. Thai Airways International (THAI) recently operated adjusted services on its Bangkok–Phnom Penh route, and train operations between Aranyaprathet and the Ban Khlong Luek border station in Sa Kaeo have resumed. Monitoring official channels is strongly recommended.
Areas Closed to Visitors
The following zones and attractions across the affected provinces are currently closed to visitors due to ongoing security measures:
Ubon Ratchathani
• Phu Chong Na Yoi National Park (Na Chaluai)
• Kaeng Lamduan (Nam Yuen)
• Chong An Ma Checkpoint (Nam Yuen)
• Yod Dom Wildlife Sanctuary
Surin
• Prasat Ta Muen Thom/Tod
• Prasat Ta Kwai
• Prasat Ban Pluang
• Prasat Phum Pon
• Chong Chom
• Phanom Swai Forest Park
• Phanom Dong Rak border zones
• Huai Taptan–Huai Samran Wildlife Sanctuary
Si Sa Ket
• Khao Phra Wihan National Park (Pha Mo I Daeng)
• Chong Sa Ngam
• Border areas near Kantharalak and Phu Sing
• Huai Sala Wildlife Sanctuary
• Phanom Dong Rak Wildlife Sanctuary
Buri Ram
• Chong Sai Taku
• Ta Phraya National Park
• Border zones near Ban Kruat and Lahan Sai
• Phanom Rung Historical Park
• Prasat Mueang Tam (Mueang Tam Stone Santuary)
Sa Kaeo
• Ban Khlong Luek Checkpoint and Rong Kluea Market
• Prasat Sdok Kok Thom
• Border zones near Aranyaprathet and Khlong Hat
Chanthaburi
• Ban Laem and Ban Phat Kad checkpoints
• Border zones near Pong Nam Ron and Soi Dao
Trat
• Ban Hat Lek, Ban Muen Dan, and Ban Ma Muang checkpoints
Martial law remains in effect in the following districts of Chanthaburi: Mueang Chanthaburi, Tha Mai, Makham, Laem Sing, Kaeng Hang Maew, Na Yai Am, and Khao Khitchakut; and in Trat’s Khao Saming district. Travellers are urged to follow all instructions from local authorities and security personnel in these areas.
For the latest travel guidance, please contact the TAT Call Centre at 1672, your local TAT office, or the Tourist Police at 1155.
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