# Thailand Raises International Departure Tax by 50% to 1,120 Baht Starting June 20, 2026

_May 8 04:09_

Tags: Thailand, policy change, devaluation, fee change, service policy change

Thailand's Airports Authority (AOT) is increasing the international departure tax from 730 to 1,120 baht effective June 20, 2026. The fee applies to international passengers departing from six major airports

## Summary

The Thai government has approved a 50% increase in the international departure tax, raising it from 730 baht to 1,120 baht. The new fee takes effect on June 20, 2026, for all tickets issued from that date onward. The tax applies to international passengers departing from six specific airports:
- Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
- Don Mueang (DMK)
- Chiang Mai (CNX)
- Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai (CEI)
- Phuket (HKT)
- Hat Yai (HDY) The fee is collected by the ticketing airline at the time of ticket issuance. Existing tickets issued before the effective date will not be subject to the additional charge. AOT states the extra revenue will fund airport development, including expanded terminals and automated processing systems

## Why it matters

Likely a devaluation — book before any cutoff if applicable.

## Sources cited

- [LoyaltyLobby](https://loyaltylobby.com/2026/05/08/thailand-raises-international-departure-tax-by-50-to-1120-baht-from-june-20-2026?omhide=true) — Thailand Raises International Departure Tax By 50% To 1120 Baht From June 20, 2026

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