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Thailand
Last verified: July 24, 2026How current is this? Read our accuracy disclaimer
Payments1
Apple Pay
Use instead: PromptPay QR
Cards work in cities, but street vendors and markets prefer PromptPay QR or cash.
No setup needed
Last verified: Jul 24, 2026
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Messaging1
Use instead: LINE
WhatsApp works, but almost everyone in Thailand communicates on LINE — hotels and tour operators included.
Set up before you land
Last verified: Jul 24, 2026
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Maps & Navigation1
Google Maps
No direct substitute
Google Maps works well in Thailand, including transit and Grab integration.
No setup needed
Last verified: Jul 24, 2026
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Ride-hailing1
Uber
Use instead: Grab / Bolt
Uber merged into Grab in SE Asia. Use Grab (or Bolt) for rides and food delivery.
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Last verified: Jul 24, 2026
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