It is impossible to live even one day in Thailand without spending a certain amount of money. There are too many goods and services around, and smiling Thais seem so friendly that many tourists automatically reach for their wallets and pay, pay, pay ...
The national currency of the Kingdom of Thailand is the Thai baht (baht, thai baht, THB). In 2014-2015, the rate of the Thai baht against the ruble was two to one, that is, 100 rubles are now equal to 50 Thai baht. Many tourists still remember the golden times (until 2013), when the ruble was equal to the baht, and for 10-20 thousand rubles a month you could rent decent housing in a resort, right on the seashore. Now the amounts in rubles have doubled. But back to dad. The most popular banknotes in the country are 20, 100, 500 and 1000 baht. For example, twenty is considered standard for a tip to a waiter, porter, massage therapist, random assistant who prompted you with the necessary information. Of course, no one will be offended by 100 baht, just keep in mind that twenty is already enough. But it is advised to avoid paying with coins, no matter how much you want to get rid of them. Coins of 10, 5, 2, 1 baht resemble banknotes: each banknote depicts a portrait of the monarch of the Land of Smiles (Rama the Ninth). That is why money in Thailand must be treated with respect so that you are not accused of insufficient respect for the king. Do not step on banknotes and coins, tear them. Try to pass them to the seller with respect. There are also “penny” in Thailand, their Thai name is satang. One baht is divided into one hundred satangs, and if you were given yellow coins instead of silver coins for change, it means that you were paid with “penny”. In ordinary shops, in transport and street shops, satangs are usually not accepted for payment. You can spend or exchange them for more money in several places: these are the 7-11 chain of stores, Family Mart and Big C supermarkets, Tesco Lotus and others.
Before the trip, tourists often decide in what currency to take money to Thailand. For those who are going to winter in this country or plan to stay for a long time, this issue is even more relevant. For the first time, you can stock up on a certain amount of dollars (from 100 to 1000) or euros. It is advisable to have both small and large bills, then you will be exchanged money at any bank branch. Rubles are not changed everywhere, but in large resort cities such as Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui, you can easily part with rubles and buy local currency. In the center of Bangkok, it will also not be a problem to exchange rubles. Another convenient, but not very economical way to get Thai currency is to withdraw cash from any ATM on the street, in a shopping center or at a bank branch. Round-the-clock ATMs are easy to use, one of the Thai banks, Kasikorn bank, even provided the interface of all ATMs in Russian. With ATMs of other banks (Bangkok bank, Krungthai bank) you will have to “communicate” in English. The only catch when withdrawing cash is a huge commission. Each Thai ATM will charge you 200 baht (which is 400 rubles), and you will also have to pay a commission to the bank that issued your card. For example, if you withdraw 10 thousand baht, then in fact 20,000 + 400 (Thai bank commission) + approximately 500 (commission) are withdrawn from your account in rubles. Russian bank), the total is about 21 thousand rubles.
In large supermarkets, you can easily pay with any bank cards Therefore, it is not necessary to carry large amounts of cash with you. Taxis often use a meter unless the fare has been negotiated in advance. The cost of a trip in large cities starts from 40 baht, in less populated, where the competition of taxi drivers is less - from 100 baht. The cost of food and drinks in numerous cafes and stalls on the streets usually varies from 10 to 100 baht. For travel by transport and small purchases, you must carry bills of 20 and 100 baht with you, and travel to public transport often costs no more than 10 baht (so stock up on a few coins).
The Kingdom of Thailand is one of the unique and exotic paradises on the planet, where tourism is relevant all year round, and the service is at the very the highest level. The weather conditions of the country are a little peculiar and they are associated with the climatic zones that prevail in the Thai state, so during the period when Masonic heavy rains prevail at one end, you can safely enjoy a comfortable stay at the other and vice versa.
In Thailand, locals pay with money called "bats". The main currency is 100 satang. To date, there are ten banknotes in use, which are not often encountered, twenty, fifty, one hundred, five hundred, one thousand baht and white coins, denominated in one, two and five baht, as well as a metal ten baht.
The baht system is very similar to Russian currency. Satangi, in turn, are yellow coins worth twenty and fifty units. National Bank called the Issuer.
The capacious name of the Thai currency appeared at the beginning of the 19th century and existed along with "tikal"- so called money until 1925. Historically, like almost all currencies in the world, the baht originated as a measure of the weight of a coin.
It must be understood that the baht and the ruble do not have a definite exchange rate. This is not done by chance. Only using the dollar can you transfer the baht to the Russian ruble. Buying housing in Thailand, which is denominated in baht, it rises in price. Thanks to this, it is protected from the depreciation of the ruble. If foreign citizen wants to earn money by renting out the purchased property, this will also be fixed by the baht exchange rate.
The rate of the Thai monetary unit, baht, is very stable today: 1 dollar equals 31-33 baht. This ratio has been maintained for the past five years. Due to this, the baht does not depend on the fall of the ruble, respectively, during the crisis, the baht in relation to it, as in the case of the dollar, will also be very high in value.
It is most profitable to exchange checks like American Express or Thomas Cook, as their rate is likely to be higher cash currency. But the exchange of such checks carries with it an accrual in the form of a commission. As a result, an exchange worth one hundred dollars will be approximately equal to exchanging a banknote for the same value, but if the check is equal to five hundred dollars, the transaction will be much more profitable.
Of course, what currency to take to Thailand must be decided based on the local rate. That is, all the money to carry in dollars, since our monetary units are not quoted.
It is best to bring money with you bank cards, while it will be safer to have at least two pieces with you. After all, it is not known what force majeure can occur.
The card may be blocked. Or you will have to pay for the same service more than once in the same institution. It's great if the bank allows you to use the bonus « Virtual card» , it will also greatly facilitate the process of buying goods in a foreign country.
To pay in the markets, in small shops and tips at the hotel, you must have cash in local currency with you. Since the people of Thailand use only their native baht. Throwing a dollar bill to the seller, you run the risk of being left without goods, the store owner will only look at the visitor in bewilderment, then at the strange green piece of paper.
Local ATMs, which are called "ATM", allow you to easily withdraw the required amount of money in Thailand.
If you are going to go to Thailand on a long-awaited vacation, then you should take care of booking a ticket in advance, especially when it comes to high season time (-). For a budget holiday, it is better to choose a period from to when prices for tours drop significantly due to the rainy season. The gentle sun, snow-white sand, picturesque unique landscapes and exotic species of flora and fauna can immerse anyone in sweet dreams.
A convenient circumstance for Russian travelers is the fact that no tedious visa applications are required to come to Thailand. A visa stamp is placed at the airport for vacationers (completely free of charge) indicating the maximum allowed time in the country (30 days). The only formality is filling migration card indicating the address of temporary residence.
Thailand is a paradise on our planet. Every person, at least once in his life, must visit there, plunge into the world of warmth, beauty and amazing emotions. A country that has never been a colony, thanks to strong rulers in their time. This is a great pride of the locals. Nowadays, Thailand has become a favorite holiday destination for tourists. The hot sun and the warmth of the ocean delight throughout the year. White sand beaches and many waterfalls will stay in your memory for a long time.
The national currency is the Thai Baht. The term "bat" itself is found already in the XIV century. So the currency was called simultaneously in several states. On April 15, 1928, the Thai baht was put into circulation. Before that, the inhabitants used the tikal, even now the baht is sometimes called the tikal. The banknote is bright, with the national attributes of the state. The banknote features a portrait of King Adulyadej Bhumibol.
One baht consists of 100 satang. AT Everyday life banknotes are used in denominations of 5, 10, 100, 500 and 1000 baht. There are also coins 1 - white, 2 - white and yellow, 5 - white, 10 - bimetallic, and 25 and 50 satang - yellow. Payment is made only in national currency, except for expensive jewelry stores.
Airports, major shopping malls, shops and around the city there is a huge number of currency exchange points. In addition, upon arrival, you can apply to banking institutions, which, as a rule, work full-time. Thus, there are no problems with currency exchange in the country, which is very comfortable for vacationing tourists.
foreign currency it is most profitable to exchange for traveler's checks - this is payment document which is more convenient for the guests of the kingdom.
As of today, 100 US dollars is equal to approximately 3,300 Thai baht; 100 rubles is equal to 64 Thai baht.
In circulation are:
coins denomination:
Thai banknotes in denominations:
Thai baht in rubles today:
Cross-rate through the US dollar according to the UN.
Exchange rate Thai baht / Russian ruble in Europe:
Information according to the ECB (European Central bank) as of 19.04.2015
In Thailand, only local money will be accepted for payment.
You can exchange dollars or euros:
Exchange rate in banks and exchange offices more profitable than at the airport.
Exchange Feature currency in that the exchange rate changes depending on the denomination dollar bills. The lowest rate is offered for banknotes from 1 to 20 dollars, the highest - for banknotes of a new sample in denominations of 50 and 100 dollars.
Do not forget that in large stores, hotels international credit cards:
General currency analysis
The Thai baht is one of the most stable currencies in Asia, this is due to the general state of the economy and data on the stabilization of the political situation in Thailand.
Ruble to baht exchange rate directly depends on economic factors. It is important to note that the Russian Foreign Ministry has reached agreements on the direct exchange of Russian and Thai currencies. Tourists can notice this on the opportunity to pay in rubles, for example, in the Tesco Lotus hypermarket chain.
Where to exchange rubles for baht in Thailand
In Pattaya, Phuket, there are many exchange offices along the coastline.
The name of the country comes from a Germanized combination of the words "Thai" and "land".
The territory of the country is located in the western part of the Indochina peninsula and also occupies the northern part of the Malay Peninsula, washed in the west by the waters of the Andaman Sea, and in the east by the Gulf of Thailand, which is part of the South China Sea. Almost the entire country is covered with tropical jungles. The territory of the state exceeds 514 thousand square kilometers.
The population of Thailand exceeds 67 million people. Despite the fact that the vast majority of the country's population is Thai, there are also many Laotians, Chinese, Khmers, Vietnamese, Malays and Hmong. The official language in the country is Thai.
The capital of the Kingdom of Thailand at this time is the city of Bangkok, located in the northwest of the Indochina peninsula. In addition to the capital, a number of other large cities of the country should be noted, such as Nakhon Ratchusima, Khon Kaen, Nakhon Sawan, Chiang Mai and others.
The history of the country begins in the 13th century, when the kingdom of Sukhothai arose on the territory of modern Thailand, which was replaced by the state of Ayutthaya in the 14th century. For centuries, the people of Thailand have been influenced by the culture of India and China, forming on the basis of this their original culture. The emerging state of the Thais constantly fought with its neighbors - the Burmese, who carried out predatory campaigns here, and, starting from the 18th century, with European colonialists, in particular Britain. Finally ceding its southern provinces to Britain, Thailand, then called Siam, remained the only independent country in the region. In 1939, Siam became a constitutional monarchy and was renamed Thailand, supporting Japan at the time. During the Second World War, Thailand was formally neutral, which ultimately saved its sovereignty and territorial integrity. In 2006, a military coup took place in the country, which culminated in a change of government, which changed the strategic course of the country's development.
At present, the Kingdom of Thailand is a fairly developed state of its region with a constitutional-monarchical form of government, which has a significant impact on the political processes taking place in the region. Main Industries National economy countries are still Agriculture, tourism, mining, processing and electronic industries.
The monetary unit of the Kingdom of Thailand is currently Thai baht(THB code 764). The term "bat" was in use in Indochina as early as the 14th century and denoted the common name of the currencies of the countries of the region.
Since the 14th century, in circulation in the territory of Siam was National currency called tikal. The country minted large convex coins of gold and silver tikals, which were universally accepted as a single means of payment in the kingdom. Since 1861, coins were introduced into circulation, which were minted in Birmingham and had a traditional round shape. They received the local name "ryen" and were made of copper, zinc, silver and even gold, depending on the denomination. In 1898, Siam switched to the decimal division of the main monetary unit, abandoning the British system. Now one tikal was divided into 100 satangs. Since 1928, the government of Siam decided to introduce a new monetary unit, which was called baht. This currency is also in circulation in modern Thailand.
The national currency of Thailand in its history has experienced quite a lot of upheavals associated with crises and upheavals in the country. At the moment, its rate is such that when exchanging for 1 Thai baht, you can get about 1 Russian ruble in banks. For 1 US dollar they get about 30.5 baht, for 1 euro - 40.6 baht, for 1 Ukrainian hryvnia - about 4 baht, for 1 pound sterling - about 48 baht.
1 Thai baht is divided into 100 satang. The name of the monetary unit comes from the Pali language and literally means "sata" - "hundredth" and "anga" - "part".
Currently, the Bank of Thailand, which forms the issue policy in the country, has issued banknotes in denominations of 20 (twenty), 50 (fifty), 100 (one hundred), 500 (five hundred) and 1000 (one thousand) Thai baht. Also minted and are currently in money circulation coins with a nominal value of 25 (twenty-five) and 50 (fifty) satang, as well as coins with a value of 1 (one), 2 (two), 5 (five) and 10 (ten) baht.
Thai baht banknotes, although not devoid of a small amount of originality in terms of design and decoration, are still for the most part typical of states with a monarchical form of government. So, on the front side of banknotes of all denominations, the king who rules in the country now, Bhumibol Adulyadej, aka Rama IX, is depicted. The denomination of banknotes in digital format is shown in the upper right and lower left corners of the bill. The reverse of the banknotes is also decorated with images of the kings who ruled the country earlier. So, on a banknote of 20 baht there is a full-length portrait of King Mahidol Ananda and a bridge in Bangkok named after him, in 50 baht - a monument to King Rama IV and the world's highest temple stupa Phra Pathom chedi Banknote in the background, in 100 baht - a statue of kings Rama V and VI with servants and children, at 500 baht - a monument to King Rama III and the Buddhist temple of Bangkoke Wat Ratchanadda in the background, at 1000 baht - a full-length portrait of the current king Rama IX and an image of a dam in the background.
Thai banknotes were printed and printed at the Royal Thai Mint in Bangkok.
The coins of Thailand, depending on the denomination, differ in size, the material from which they are made, and the pattern of minting on them. So on the obverse of all coins of Thailand without exception, a profile portrait of the current king Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) is minted. On the reverse of the coins, images of national architectural monuments are minted. So, for example, a 25-satang coin depicts the country residence of the kings of Thailand, 50-satang coins depict a Buddhist temple in the south of the country, 1 baht depicts the royal palace with three pagodas in Bangkok, 2 baht depicts the royal palace of the early period, 5 baht - a Buddhist monastery in the north of the country, at 10 baht - the old coat of arms of the country. Coins in denominations of 25 and 50 satang are made of copper, 1 and 5 baht are made of copper-nickel alloy, and 2 bads are made of brass. The 10 baht coin is made in a bimetallic way: the core of the coin is made of brass, and the rim is made of copper-nickel alloy. All coins of Thailand currently have the correct round radial shape.
All coins of the Kingdom of Thailand were minted at the factories of the Royal Mint in Pathum Thani.
For numerous guests and tourists arriving in the country, exchanging their currency for local is quite easy and simple. Exchange offices are located everywhere in areas of mass congestion of tourists. And these are airports, seaports, recreation centers, hotels, historical and architectural centers. The exchange can also be made in banking institutions, which are located mainly in big cities and the capital of the country. In the resorts of Thailand, as payment for services and goods, local residents are happy to accept US dollars, euros, and pounds sterling, so you should not worry about the exchange. The customs legislation in the country regarding the import of currency is also quite liberal and does not provide for restrictions of this kind.
Money, currency of Thailand - where to exchange: in official exchangers or "around the corner"? What currency to take on a trip? Is it safe to use plastic cards in Thailand? Current exchange rate exchange and all about tips. Details in the article!
The national currency of Thailand is the Thai baht, which, according to international standards, is designated as TBN. The country uses paper bills the following denominations: 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1000, as well as coins of 10, 5, 2 and 1 baht.
One baht is equal to 100 satang. Satangi (in our opinion - a penny) come in only three denominations - 50, 25 and 10. In the kingdom, this type of coin has practically gone out of circulation.
More recently, Russian tourists in Thailand were attracted not only by an unforgettable vacation, but also by the convenience of monetary calculations. Before the crisis, the rate of the Thai baht was equal to the rate of the Russian ruble, in a ratio of 1:1. Per last years the situation has worsened somewhat, and now, in order to understand how much this or that thing / service costs in rubles, the Thai amount needs to be multiplied by about 1.6.
1 TBH = RUB 1.6*
* Approximate calculation of the Thai baht to the ruble
The exchange rate of the ruble to baht periodically changes up or down. As of the first quarter of 2018, 1 Thai baht costs 1.6 Russian rubles.
Despite the high tourist activity, dollars and euros are practically not used in the country. street vendors, of course, they will sell you souvenirs or provide services in exchange for American money, but they will do it - at an incredibly overpriced rate. The kingdom recognizes only the local currency, so when you come to rest in Thailand, it is best to take dollars or euros with you to exchange.
Also in Thailand, you can easily exchange several other world currencies, including Russian rubles. However, unlike dollars and euros, exchange rate these currencies are disadvantageous for tourists.
Please note that the exchange rate in the kingdom depends on the denomination monetary units. For example, it is more profitable to exchange large dollar bills ($100 or $50 denominations) than small ones ($20, $10, $5). In some exchangers, the difference between the rates (Small and large banknotes) can reach 2-3%. In addition, please note that not all banks in the country accept dollars issued in 1996 and earlier. This restriction is due to the fact that this year a large batch of counterfeit banknotes was issued. And the banknotes themselves have a very shabby appearance.
If we talk about what is more profitable to use in Thailand - dollars or euros, then there is not much difference in the final amount. Therefore, take with you the currency that you have available.
Currency exchange services in Thailand are provided by: banks and private exchangers. Exchange points in this country are marked with the generally accepted inscription Exchange. When issuing Thai baht in banks, as well as official exchangers, you may be required to have a passport.
It is most convenient for tourists to change money at the airport. However, as in other countries, not the most favorable exchange rate is practiced at airport exchange offices. As a rule, the difference is not critical, but noticeable - it is optimal for exchanging a small amount for initial needs.
Exchange branches are located on every corner: in large stores and shopping centers, on tourist streets, in hotels and inns. Exchangers can be found even on the beach!
National banks Thailand work exclusively on weekdays from 8:30-9:00 to 22 hours. The opening hours of small banks and private exchange offices are usually reduced to 15:00-15:30. Some exchangers operate around the clock.
Many tourists do not use cash at all in Thailand, because. In this country, you can pay with a plastic card almost everywhere: from shopping centers to small souvenir shops. At the same time, your bank itself will convert currencies at the current rate.
Useful advice: banking system Thailand is in the high-risk category! For security reasons, when using a plastic card, your bank may block it. To prevent this from happening, notify the bank in advance of your trip. As a rule, this can be done by phone or through online banking services.
With regard to cash withdrawals from plastic cards, there are no significant difficulties here. ATMs can be found almost everywhere: in shopping centers, hotels, supermarkets, on the street, etc. Since when withdrawing funds, the exchange is carried out not by Thai, but by Russian bank- there is no difference which ATM of which Thai bank to choose. Some ATMs offer to convert funds at the rate of local banks. This service should be canceled by selecting the "without conversion!" the rate of Thai banks is categorically disadvantageous.
ATMs have a fixed fee of THB 200. The amount of the commission does not depend on the amount of withdrawal, therefore, it is more profitable to cash out money from Thailand to the maximum.
Almost all ATMs in Thailand have a limit on the maximum withdrawal amount, which is 30,000 baht. The limit at ATMs of small banks can be 20,000 baht. ATMs in Thailand are labeled ATM.
If you have the opportunity to purchase traveler's checks, take them with you to Thailand, because. exchanging traveler's checks is more profitable than buying cash. Traveler's checks can only be cashed at banks and bank exchange offices. Please note that there is a fee of 30 baht for this service and 3 baht for the stamp. Accordingly, you can feel the benefits only when using traveler's checks of a large denomination (from $ 100 and above).
As in other tourist countries, it is customary to leave a tip for the services provided. Of course, if the service of these services satisfied you.
For example, a small monetary "compliment" (in the amount of 20-50 baht) is usually left to porters and taxi drivers. “For tea” for guides, as well as hotel workers, you can leave about 30-50 baht.
As for establishments Catering, then here, as a rule, the tip is already included in the price. In the menu and checks, this is indicated in a separate line - “service charge”. If this line is missing, you can leave the generally accepted 10% of the order value.
