Border gas stations in Tak ban Myanmar vehicles, limit Thai cars to 1,000 baht

2026-03-09 - 11:33

TAK — Gas stations in several border districts of Tak province have begun restricting fuel sales, banning vehicles from Myanmar while limiting Thai-registered cars to purchases of no more than 1,000 baht. Reporters in Mae Sot said the move follows a recent surge of vehicles crossing from the Myanmar border town of Myawaddy to queue for fuel at stations in the district, after unrest in the Middle East raised concerns over energy supplies. Some gas stations in five border districts — Mae Sot, Phop Phra, Umphang, Mae Ramat and Tha Song Yang — have introduced measures prohibiting Myanmar-registered vehicles from refueling. Thai vehicles are still allowed to buy fuel but are limited to 1,000 baht per vehicle, according to station operators. Signs written in both Thai and Burmese have been posted at some stations stating “No refueling for Myanmar vehicles.” Staff members have also been informing customers from Myanmar and Thai drivers about the new restrictions.