The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) advises that heightened security measures are now in effect across seven provinces along the Thailand–Cambodia border—Ubon Ratchathani, Si Sa Ket, Surin, Buri Ram, Sa Kaeo, Chanthaburi, and Trat—due to ongoing security incidents. Martial law remains enforced in designated districts.
As part of the updated measures, Phanom Rung Historical Park and Prasat Mueang Tam in Buri Ram have been closed until further notice, in addition to previously restricted attractions in affected areas.
Thai Airways International (THAI) has adjusted operations on its Bangkok–Phnom Penh route between 27 and 31 July 2025: TG586 and TG587 will run with larger aircraft, while TG584 and TG585 are cancelled. Meanwhile, rail services between Aranyaprathet and the Ban Khlong Luek border station in Sa Kaeo have been suspended indefinitely. Travellers with plans near the border are advised to check transport schedules and revise itineraries as needed.
Affected areas include all border crossing points in the listed provinces, nearby tourist attractions and national parks, as well as surrounding communities and lookout points. Entry and exit at designated checkpoints is strictly prohibited. Travel along border-adjacent roads should be avoided, and tourists are strongly advised not to visit viewpoints or observation areas near the frontier. All visitors and residents in affected zones are urged to comply fully with the local authorities and military personnel.
General Travel Situation in Thailand
The rest of Thailand continues to operate as normal. Domestic and international services—including air, bus, ferry, and rail (except the suspended section in Sa Kaeo)—are running as usual. Popular destinations such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Samui, Krabi, Pattaya, and Ayutthaya remain unaffected and continue to welcome visitors. Travellers are advised to follow official updates and plan accordingly.
Areas Not Recommended for Visiting
Travellers are strongly advised to avoid the following zones and attractions across the affected provinces:
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.
This advisory will continue to be updated as the situation develops. Travellers are encouraged to check back regularly for the latest infoFor the latest travel guidance, please contact the TAT Call Centre at 1672, your local TAT office, or the Tourist Police at 1155.
