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Currency, payments and practical financial information for visitors.

Latest in Money & Payments

Baht stability in Thailand is reassuring travelers and residents, with the central bank saying the currency remains steady despite global tension.

11 Jun 20262 min read

Thailand’s electricity price cut starts in June 2026, lowering bills to 3 baht per unit for the first 200 units and aiding 20 million households.

9 Jun 20262 min read

Thai fintech is growing amid Asia’s digital payments boom, but regional fragmentation still limits integration and access to innovation.

8 Jun 20262 min read

Thailand’s central bank is moving to block illegal loan apps after finding 79 platforms, including 57 unregistered lenders.

26 May 20262 min read

TAGTHAi Easy Pay lets visitors use QR payments, card-free ATM withdrawals and tourist passes in Thailand’s official app.

24 Mar 20263 min read

QR code payments in Thailand now cover tourists, expats and crypto users. Compare TAGTHAi, TrueMoney Wallet and Tourist DigiPay.

3 Dec 20253 min read

Thailand tax rules in 2026 cover residency, remittance, rates and filing deadlines for foreigners planning a longer stay.

10 Oct 20253 min read

Thailand inflation fell 0.72% in September 2025, but positive core CPI and stable jobs suggest the economy is not in deflation.

7 Oct 20252 min read

Thailand tourism slump is hitting arrivals, raising costs and reshaping visitor choices as China, ASEAN and new competitors weaken demand.

27 Sep 20253 min read

Thailand is testing crypto payments for foreign visitors, with an 18-month pilot, 550,000 THB cap and cashless spending in baht.

26 Sep 20252 min read