20,000 baht fine if you don’t wear a face mask in these provinces. These are the provinces so far where that law is being enforced. Richard Barrow

 

20,000 baht fine if you don't wear a face mask in these provinces

Due to the third wave spreading fast during April, it is highly advisable for people to wear face masks whenever they leave their place of residence. It's already compulsory on public transportation, in government buildings and in malls and convenience stores like 7-11. But did you know that some governors have made it compulsory at all times once you have left your house? If anyone violates this order, which is an offence under Section 51 of the Communicable Diseases Act 2015, they shall be liable to a fine not exceeding 20,000 baht.

These are the provinces so far where that law is being enforced.

CENTRAL THAILAND:

• Kanchanaburi
• Lopburi
• Nonthaburi
• Suphanburi
• Ayutthaya

EASTERN THAILAND:

• Chonburi *
• Prachinburi

NORTHERN THAILAND:

• Lamphun
• Tak

NORTHEASTERN THAILAND:

• Chaiyaphum
• Buriram
• Udon Thani

SOUTHERN THAILAND:

• Surat Thani (Samui, Koh Tao, Koh Phangnan etc)
• Songkhla
• Satun
• Trang
• Yala
• Pattani
• Narathiwat
• Phuket *
• Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) *

* These provinces were added after we were contacted by people living there

There may be other provinces and so the best advice is to always wear your mask and stay away from crowds. Stay safe!