Members of the public wishing to pay respects to the late Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother at the Sala Sahathai Samakhom Pavilion in the Grand Palace are required to observe the following dress code.
- Men: A black shirt with collar, or a white shirt with a black necktie, black long trousers, and closed-toe shoes;
- Women: A black loose-fitting sleeved top, with a black knee-length skirt, or sarong, and closed-toe shoes;
- Students: A uniform;
- Jeans, T-shirts, sleeveless shirts, and shorts are not allowed.
According to the Bureau of the Royal Household, members of the public are permitted to pay their respects to the late Queen Mother in front of her portrait at the Sala Sahathai Samakhom Pavilion, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., from 27 October onwards.
From 9 November, after the royal merit-making ceremony marking the 15th day since the passing of the late Queen Mother, they will be allowed to pay their respects in front of the royal urn at Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall, between 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
Members of the public are encouraged to dress in black or subdued colors for 90 days, since the color symbolizes solemnity and respect for the late Queen Mother.
As a gesture of respect, tourists vising Thailand during this period are also encouraged to wear somber colors (black, white, gray, or dark blue).
In an announcement issued by the Tourism Authority of Thailand, during this period of national mourning, Thailand remains open and fully operational. All tourist attractions, transportation services, restaurants, shops, and events continue as usual, However, public activities, entertainment events, and business operations are encouraged to exercise discretion and to adjust their format appropriately in reflection of the national atmosphere of mourning.
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