Starting 8 November, anyone caught drinking in pubs after official closing hours faces fines of up to 10,000 baht (about USD 270). The Department of Provincial Administration announced the new penalties as part of amendments to the Thailand alcohol law 2025.
What the Thailand Alcohol Law 2025 Covers
Thailand restricts alcohol sales during set hours: no sales from midnight to 11 am and from 2 pm to 5 pm. The new measure goes further by targeting customers who keep drinking after closing time, not only the businesses that serve them. The Thailand alcohol law 2025 aims to tighten enforcement and encourage compliance.
Impact on Nightlife and Businesses
Nightlife operators fear the fines will reduce late-night visitors and lower revenue. Bars and clubs in Bangkok, Phuket, and Pattaya depend heavily on late-night trade. Some public health experts welcome the change, saying the updated Thailand alcohol law 2025 could improve safety and reduce alcohol-related incidents.
What Tourists and Expats Should Know
Visitors should note the restricted hours to avoid fines. Business owners are expected to adjust their hours and operations to comply with the Thailand alcohol law 2025. How strictly authorities enforce the law will determine its real impact on local nightlife.
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