Thailand tourism authority updates travel advisory for border areas with Cambodia

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) confirms that travel and tourism activities across the country remain normal and unaffected.

At the same time, this Travel Advisory is issued to inform that security measures are in place in seven provinces along the Thailand–Cambodia border: Ubon Ratchathani, Si Sa Ket, Surin, Buri Ram, Sa Kaeo, Chanthaburi, and Trat.

As of December 16, 2025, the curfew in the five districts of Trat—Khlong Yai, Bo Rai, Laem Ngop, Khao Saming, and Mueang Trat—has been lifted, following improved stability in the local security situation. Daily activities and services in Trat have resumed as usual.

Meanwhile, martial law remains in effect in Mueang Chanthaburi, Tha Mai, Makham, Laem Sing, Kaeng Hang Maew, Na Yai Am, and Khao Khitchakut districts of Chanthaburi, as well as in Khok Sung, Ta Phraya, Aranyaprathet, and Khlong Hat districts of Sa Kaeo. Curfew measures continue to apply in the four districts of Sa Kaeo, effective December 10, 2025, until further notice, restricting movement between 7:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.

Connectivity by road and rail disturbed to Eastern and Northeastern Thailand

Nationwide, domestic and international transport services—including air, rail, bus, and marine transport—are operating as usual, and major destinations such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Samui, Krabi, Pattaya (Chon Buri), and Ayutthaya continue to welcome visitors.

However, there are temporary adjustments to rail and bus services serving the affected areas. The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has adjusted Ordinary Trains No. 275/276 and No. 279/280 to operate only between Bangkok (Hua Lamphong) and Aranyaprathet, with services to the Ban Khlong Luek Border Checkpoint suspended until further notice. For assistance, passengers may contact the SRT Hotline at 1690 (24 hours).

Meanwhile, the Transport Company Limited has temporarily closed the Kantharalak Bus Terminal in Si Sa Ket. Services originally destined for this terminal have been adjusted, including Route 98: Bangkok – Ubon Ratchathani, and Route 4: Bangkok – Kantharalak – Buntharik. All passengers traveling to or from Bangkok must use the Karnchang Intersection as the temporary boarding and drop-off point. For inquiries, please call 02-936-3660.

Travelers are advised to avoid using Route 348, from Kaeo Phet Phloi to Chong Tako, when traveling to Non Din Daeng District in Buri Ram Province, and to follow local guidance on alternative routes.

Travelers are also advised to avoid all restricted zones and checkpoints along the Thailand–Cambodia border, where security measures remain in effect and entry or exit is currently suspended. These closures are limited to specific areas within seven eastern and northeastern provinces, while other parts of the provinces continue to function as usual under local supervision. Visitors are encouraged to follow local authorities’ guidance and check official updates before planning any visit.

Ubon Ratchathani
Chong An Ma Checkpoint (Nam Yuen) and Yod Dom Wildlife Sanctuary remain closed.

Surin
Prasat Ta Muen Thom/Tod, Prasat Ta Kwai, Chong Chom, and Phanom Dong Rak border zones are closed.

Si Sa Ket
Khao Phra Wihan National Park (Pha Mo I Daeng), Chong Sa Ngam, Phanom Dong Rak Wildlife Sanctuary, and border areas near Kantharalak and Phu Sing remain off-limits.

Buri Ram
Chong Sai Taku, Ta Phraya National Park, and border zones near Ban Kruat and Lahan Sai remain closed.

Sa Kaeo
Ban Khlong Luek Checkpoint, Rong Kluea Market (partially closed), Prasat Sdok Kok Thom, and border zones near Aranyaprathet and Khlong Hat remain restricted. In addition, the permanent Ban Khao Din crossing in Khlong Hat District is also closed.

Chanthaburi
Ban Laem and Ban Phat Kad checkpoints, as well as border zones near Pong Nam Ron and Soi Dao, remain closed.

Trat
Ban Hat Lek, Ban Muen Dan, and Ban Ma Muang checkpoints remain closed.

Travelers are encouraged to respect all security regulations and follow any instructions from local authorities in these areas.

The Ministry of Tourism and Sports, TAT, Tourist Police units, and real-time information services remain available to provide accurate updates and support visitors as needed. For official travel guidance and assistance, travelers can contact the TAT Call Center at 1672 or the Tourist Police Hotline at 1155 (24/7).