Do’s and Don’ts for Pakistani Nationals in Thailand

Thailand Do’s 

• Remove your shoes before entering a temple.
• Respect all Buddha images. They are held sacred and sacrilegious acts are punishable by imprisonment, even if committed by Foreign visitors.
• Take a water bottle with you while exploring the city.
• Insist taxi drivers to switch their meter on.
• Beware of scammers and negotiate on price for local goods around 20% discount.
• Give a 10% tip to hotel/restaurant waiters.
• Try and learn a few basic phrases in Thai, like ‘hello’ and ‘thank you’ and do smile a lot.
• Wear a mask at public places and maintain social distancing.

Thailand Don’ts

• Don’t treat Buddha images as decoration.
• Don’t show disrespect towards the Thai Royal Family.
• Don’t cross your legs when you are in the presence of a monk. This applies whether you are sitting on the floor or in a chair.
• Don’t touch a Thai person’s head or ruffle their hair. There are exceptions to this standard of behavior.
• Don’t place your feet on the table while sitting, don’t point to anything with your feet.