Etiquette in Thailand – how to avoid making a faux pas and why it matters
Thailand is sometimes called the ‘Land of Smiles’, but behind that smile lies a precise, though rarely explicitly stated, code of social behaviour. Knowing a few basic rules not only helps you avoid unintentionally causing offence, but is also a sign of respect, which Thais greatly appreciate in foreigners. Body hierarchy: the head and the […]
Thai cuisine – a journey through four regions of flavour
Thai cuisine is often reduced in the West to just a few dishes – pad thai, green curry, tom yum – but in reality it is one of the world’s most regionally diverse cuisines, shaped by geography, the history of migration and centuries of trade with China, India, Persia and the Malay world. The Philosophy […]
Welcome to the new Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand
We are delighted to announce that the Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Thailand in Kraków, Wiesław Żyznowski, had the honour of meeting the new Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand, A. Sira Swangsilpa. The meeting provided an excellent opportunity to officially welcome the Ambassador and discuss further cooperation aimed at developing Polish-Thai relations. Honorary […]
Songkran – three days that transform Thailand into one huge water festival
It’s mid-April. In Poland, spring is only just getting underway, whilst in Thailand temperatures reach 38–40 degrees – this is the hottest time of the year, the so-called peak of the dry season. And it is precisely when the heat is at its most intense that the whole country erupts into a three-day festival which, […]
Warmest wishes for Easter
We extend our warmest wishes for a peaceful and joyful Easter, filled with hope, renewal, and the warmth of cherished moments spent with your loved ones. Office of the Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Thailand in Kraków
Announcement by the Embassy of the Kingdom of Thailand in Warsaw: Mobile consular services – 1st edition in 2026.
The Embassy of the Kingdom of Thailand in Warsaw announces that it is organizing a mobile consular service in Krakow on the following date: Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026 Location: Vienna House by Wyndham Andel’s Cracow (address: Pawia 3, 31-154 Krakow) Hours: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. The following services will be provided during the mobile consular […]
New direct air connection between Poland and Thailand
We are pleased to share important news for travellers planning a trip to Thailand. LOT Polish Airlines has announced the expansion of its long-haul network with a new direct flight connection between Warsaw and Bangkok. The launch of the new route is scheduled for 26 October 2026. Flights from Warsaw will operate five times per […]
Best Wishes for the Festive Season.
On the occasion of the Christmas holidays, we would like to thank you for your continued cooperation and trust. We wish you a peaceful festive season and a New Year that supports the achievement of ambitious goals, the strengthening of partnerships, and the continued development of our shared initiatives. Honorary Consulate of the Kingdom of […]
Safety Handbook
The Royal Thai Embassy in Warsaw informs about the availability of a Safety Handbook providing guidance on conduct and preparedness in emergency situations (in Polish and English), prepared by the relevant government institutions of the Republic of Poland. The material can be accessed and downloaded via the link below. Nasze publikacje – Poradnik bezpieczeństwa – […]
In remembrance of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother
With profound sorrow, we inform that Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother of Thailand, passed away peacefully at the age of 93 on 24 October 2025 at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital in Bangkok. By Royal Command of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn, the Royal Funeral will be held with the highest honors in accordance […]