What Currency Does Thailand Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD โ 33.31 THB
1 GBP โ 44.65 THB
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
THB converter
100 THB โ 3.0022 USD
Thai baht conversion table
| Amount | USD โ THB | GBP โ THB | EUR โ THB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33.31 | 44.65 | 38.05 |
| 5 | 166.54 | 223.27 | 190.23 |
| 10 | 333.09 | 446.54 | 380.46 |
| 20 | 666.18 | 893.08 | 760.91 |
| 50 | 1,665 | 2,233 | 1,902 |
| 100 | 3,331 | 4,465 | 3,805 |
| 500 | 16,654 | 22,327 | 19,023 |
| 1,000 | 33,309 | 44,654 | 38,046 |
| THB | โ USD | โ GBP | โ EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.03 | 0.0224 | 0.0263 |
| 5 | 0.1501 | 0.112 | 0.1314 |
| 10 | 0.3002 | 0.2239 | 0.2628 |
| 20 | 0.6004 | 0.4479 | 0.5257 |
| 50 | 1.5011 | 1.1197 | 1.3142 |
| 100 | 3.0022 | 2.2395 | 2.6284 |
| 500 | 15.01 | 11.20 | 13.14 |
| 1,000 | 30.02 | 22.39 | 26.28 |
Indicative rates (July 2026). Banks and card providers add their own margin and fees, so the amount you actually receive will differ slightly.
Against the US dollar, 1 THB is worth about 0.03 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Thai baht ranks 67th by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength โ it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
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What is money called in Thailand?
Money in Thailand is called the Thai baht โ its ISO 4217 currency code is THB, and its symbol is เธฟ. The Thai baht is the official legal tender in Thailand and is used for all everyday transactions โ from paying for goods and services to converting money at banks and exchange bureaus. When travelling, you may also see it referred to as the Thailand currency or simply money in Thailand. The Thai baht is subdivided into 100 satang, though small-denomination coins may not always be in everyday circulation.
Is the Thai baht used anywhere else?
No โ Thailand is the only country on this site using the Thai baht as its official currency.
Practical money tips for Thailand
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Thai baht in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees โ many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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Thailand in context
- Thailand covers 513,120 kmยฒ, making it the 50th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 4 countries: Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia.
- With 65,859,640 people, Thailand holds about 9.6% of the population of South-Eastern Asia.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Thailand is a member state of the United Nations.
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Thailand currency โ FAQ
What is the currency of Thailand?
The currency of Thailand is the Thai baht (currency code: THB, symbol: เธฟ).
What is the currency code for Thailand?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Thai baht is THB.
What is the Thai baht symbol?
The symbol for the Thai baht is เธฟ. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Thailand.
What currency is used in Thailand?
The official currency used in Thailand is the Thai baht (THB).
Can I use US dollars in Thailand?
The official currency of Thailand is the Thai baht, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Thai baht and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Thailand?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 33.31 THB and 1 GBP = 44.65 THB. Rates change daily โ always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Thailand?
Money in Thailand is called the Thai baht (THB).
Do other countries use the Thai baht?
No โ Thailand is the only country on this site using the Thai baht as its official currency.
What is the Thai currency?
The Thai currency is the Thai baht (THB), the official money of Thailand.
What is the currency of the Kingdom of Thailand?
The Kingdom of Thailand is the formal name of Thailand. Its currency is the Thai baht (THB).
How much is 100 THB in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 THB is about 3.0022 USD or 2.2395 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Thai baht?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 3,331 THB.
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