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Where to exchange rubles, dollars and USDT for baht at a good rate in Chiang Mai. Only trusted exchangers licensed by the Bank of Thailand, with no airport losses or tourist traps.
Best rate in Chiang Mai| 1 ฿ | ≈ 2,53 ₽ |
| 1 $ | ≈ 33,69 ฿ |
| 1000 ฿ | ≈ 2 530 ₽ |
Indicative market rate, updated 06.10.2026. At exchange offices the rate differs because of the markup. The full calculator is on the baht rate page.
The most common choice for a tourist. Look for spots with an electronic board and compare 2-3 nearby: the rate differs even on the same street.
Reliable, they give a receipt and also exchange rare currencies. But the rate is usually worse, you need a passport, and the opening hours are limited.
Convenient for changing a little right on arrival for a taxi, but the rate here is the worst. It is better not to change a large amount.
You lock in the rate, and the baht is delivered by courier to your hotel or condo. They accept Russian cards, SBP and USDT.
Visa, Mastercard and Mir cards from Russian banks do not work in Thailand. You need cash, USDT or a transfer.
We recommend a trusted licensed exchange chain with offices throughout Thailand: a good rate, a safe deal, Russian cards and SBP.
⚠️ Promised a "much better rate" in a random Telegram chat? It is almost always a scam. Exchange only at licensed exchangers.
| Chiang Mai airport | you lose 10-20% | only for the trip into the city |
| Exchangers near the Old City | rate worse than market | tourist crowds |
| Licensed chains | rate closer to market | courier, safe |
At large licensed chains and through online exchange with delivery. There are many exchangers in the Nimman area and near the Old City, but compare the rate, it varies.
Yes. Licensed exchangers accept Russian bank cards and SBP transfers, and pay out the baht in cash or to a Thai account.
Yes, the city is popular with those who live in Thailand long term. For regular exchanges and large sums it is better to work with a trusted chain.
Chiang Mai is the northern capital of Thailand, a city without a sea but with a huge community of long-term residents. There are plenty of exchangers, especially in the tourist areas around the Old City and in Nimman, but their rates vary, so you should not blindly change money at the first one you see. The worst option, as always, is exchanging at the airport right after arrival.
Since Chiang Mai has many expats, both exchange through licensed chains and online exchange with delivery are well developed here. For those who live in the city for months it is more convenient than searching for an exchanger each time: you place a request, lock in the rate and receive the baht in cash, by courier or by transfer to a Thai account.