Thailand Lost & Found Resources (Free)

Thailand is far behind from most Western countries when it comes to providing resources for travelers who have lost valuable items in Thailand on vacation and who would love to get them back. If YOU lost something in Thailand, check out this page – our FREE RESOURCES – you can use to try to get your items back.

We would really like to help you get your items back, but to be honest, Thailand just hasn’t resolved this problem in most areas. You can use the resources below and have some limited success – so you should try it!

Please keep in mind – The ENGLISH SPEAKING ABILITY of these offices is limited. They may misunderstand what you’re saying and not be able to help you.

If you cannot recover your lost item using the resources below –
FILL OUT A LOST ITEM FORM NOW so we can try to help you. It’s only

Woman in Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok screams and melts down due to losing her baggage.

Thailand Lost and Found Resources: How to Recover Your Lost Items

Losing something valuable while traveling in Thailand can be stressful, but there are several resources that can help you recover your lost items. Below is a comprehensive list of lost and found departments for major airports, bus stations, ferry boats, taxi services, rideshare apps, cities, public beach areas, and police departments across Thailand.


Thailand Airports Lost and Found Contacts

Thailand’s major airports have dedicated lost and found offices to assist travelers:

  • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) – Bangkok
  • Don Mueang Airport (DMK) – Bangkok
  • Phuket International Airport (HKT)
  • Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
  • Krabi International Airport (KBV)
    • Phone: +66 75 636 541
  • Samui International Airport (USM)
    • Phone: +66 77 428 500

Bus Stations and Transport Hubs Lost and Found

Most major bus stations in Thailand have lost and found offices:

  • Mo Chit Bus Terminal (Bangkok Northern Bus Station)
    • Phone: +66 2 936 2852-66
  • Ekkamai Bus Terminal (Bangkok Eastern Bus Station)
    • Phone: +66 2 391 2504
  • Sai Tai Mai Bus Terminal (Bangkok Southern Bus Terminal)
    • Phone: +66 2 422 4444
  • Pattaya Bus Terminal
    • Phone: +66 38 429 877
  • Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal
    • Phone: +66 53 242 664

Ferry and Boat Services Lost and Found

If you lost something on a ferry, contact the respective company:

  • Lomprayah High-Speed Ferries
  • Seatran Ferry (Samui and Phangan)
  • Raja Ferry Port
  • Phuket Ferry Terminal
    • Phone: +66 76 390 250

Taxi and Rideshare Services Lost and Found

If you left something in a taxi or rideshare vehicle, here’s how to get help:

  • Bangkok Taxi Lost and Found Hotline: 1644
  • Grab Thailand Support: Use the Grab app to report lost items
  • Bolt Thailand Support: Use the Bolt app to report lost items

Thailand Major City Lost and Found Services

Major cities in Thailand have municipal lost and found offices:

  • Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) Lost and Found
    • Phone: +66 2 154 4444
  • Pattaya City Hall Lost and Found
    • Phone: +66 38 253 100
  • Phuket Municipality Lost and Found
    • Phone: +66 76 211 111

Public Beach and Tourist Area Lost and Found

If you lost something on the beach or in a public park, check with local authorities:

  • Patong Beach, Phuket
    • Local Tourist Police: +66 76 342 769
  • Ao Nang Beach, Krabi
    • Local Police: +66 75 637 308
  • Koh Samui Tourist Police
    • Phone: +66 77 421 281

Police Departments for Lost and Found Reports

If you can’t find your item through lost and found offices, you can file a report with the police:

  • Tourist Police Thailand Hotline: 1155
  • Bangkok Police Headquarters: +66 2 280 5060
  • Phuket Police Station: +66 76 212 115
  • Chiang Mai Police Station: +66 53 252 121

Links to Lost and Found Forms You Can Submit Now


Tips for Recovering Lost Items in Thailand

  1. Act Quickly – Report the loss as soon as possible.
  2. Check Nearby Businesses – Ask staff in nearby shops or restaurants.
  3. Use Social Media – Post in Facebook groups like “Lost and Found Thailand” or “Expats in Thailand.”
  4. Contact the Tourist Police – They can assist with lost and found cases.
  5. Provide Details – Have a clear description of your lost item, including time and location.

If you need help tracking down your items – we will handle everything FOR YOU for a very small fee of just 370 Thai Baht (about $10.80). We post about your lost item in local social media groups and make calls to businesses or transportation authorities as needed. Click here to fill out a Lost/Found Form >

We assist you in searching for your lost valuables across Thailand.