How To Watch Netflix In Thailand? (A Step-By-Step Guide)
When I was in Thailand, I wanted to show my favorite tv-show to my wife, The Blacklist. But immediately found out, after logging into my Netflix account, there were only movies and tv-shows available from Thailand. So I wanted to find out how to watch Netflix in Thailand that wasn’t behind on the programming in my country.
How to Watch Netflix in Thailand
You can watch Netflix in Thailand by logging into your regular Netflix account. But this way, you can only watch content that’s available in Thailand. If you want to watch your own Netflix content, from a different country, you will need to use a VPN service.
Can You Watch UK or US Netflix in Thailand?
Most of the popular movies and tv-shows are available on Netflix worldwide, however, in some cases, the programming is behind in other countries.
So if you live in the UK or the US and your favorite tv show comes out on Netflix with season 4, in Thailand, they might be at season 2.
This means that when you’re in Thailand, you are unable to watch the newest season.
And this is where the VPN comes into play as I mentioned.
By activating your VPN service and setting it to the location of your home country, Netflix will think you are physically there and thus show you the latest seasons.
So if you’re wondering: Can I watch UK Netflix in Thailand? then you’re in luck and the answer is yes, you can watch UK Netflix in Thailand and also American Netflix or any other country for that matter.
And the same goes for the opposite. If you’d want to know how to watch Thailand Netflix in the US for example, you’d set your VPN to the location of Thailand, while being in the US and you’re good to go.
A VPN stands for Virtual Private Network and will allow you to virtually change the location of your IP address. So when you log into Netflix on any of your devices, Netflix will think that you’re located in the U.S. for example.
I personally live in the Netherlands and when I go to Thailand, I can simply start the Netflix app on my smartphone or Macbook, and watch my favorite tv shows and movies, because I installed a VPN service on all of my devices.
This goes beyond Netflix. I used to get a VPN
In this article, I will show you exactly what VPN service is the best to use with Netflix in Thailand or any other location for that matter. What other services you can use a VPN for, beyond Netflix, and how to install and use your VPN service so that you can watch your favorite tv shows on Netflix during your stay in Thailand?
What Is The Best VPN to Use in Thailand?
Ever Since the topic of illegal downloading really became a big thing, more VPN services came out of nowhere. But besides downloading your favorite movies, video games,
As you can imagine, it can be kind of tough to find that one perfect VPN service that does it all. Believe me, I’ve tried a lot of them. Services from my current location, The Netherlands, and also international services.
What I also noticed was that Netflix
Over time, more and more VPN services get detected by these companies, and basically puts them out of the game.
The VPN I personally used for over 2 years is ExpressVPN (check current price).
This is one of those companies that are out there for a long time and do exactly what you pay them for. And this is also the service that I currently use and works perfectly when I try to binge-watch my favorite tv show on Netflix.
When it comes to the price, let me reassure you, It’s only $12.95 a month and that is the expensive price. You will pay this price if you want a monthly subscription that you can cancel anytime you want.
I previously upgraded to a yearly subscription, where I’m only paying $6.67 a month. But that’s just because I like to use it at home as well.
Whatever service you want to choose, just make sure that you choose one that has worldwide servers, fast speed, and allows you to install it on multiple devices.
By the way, to help you out, I’ve created a complete tutorial video on how to use a VPN to do all of these things, as mentioned in this article.
I’ve uploaded it to my main Youtube Channel, so you can easily watch it.
Fun fact, I recorded this video while in Pattani where my wife lives, during my holiday.
The link to ExpressVPN that I’ve mentioned in this article and in my video is:
Click here to check out ExpressVPN
How To Install Your VPN on Your Devices?
Now that you know what to look for in a good VPN hosting service, I will show you how to install and use this service to watch Netflix in Thailand.
For the matter of convenience, I will use ExpressVPN for this example, since I’m using this company myself and know how it works.
Once you’ve signed up for ExpressVPN, you can download and install their software for
With your ExpressVPN account, you’re allowed to use it on 3 different devices at the same time.
ExpressVPN is available for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, IOS and even for devices like the Google Chromecast or game consoles like the PlayStation 4 or Xbox.
You can find a complete list with software and instructions on how to install it, by clicking here.
When you’ve installed the VPN software on your laptop, just open it up and choose the server location of your choice.
If you’re in Thailand, you want to choose one of the
That’s it. Now when you open up Netflix or any other internet-connected software for that matter, you’re using it through your VPN. And in the case of Netflix, it will think that you’re currently in the US.
This same process applies to your Android or IOS smartphone. Just go to the Apple store or Android store and search for the ExpressVPN app and install it, set the right country server and you’re done.
What can you watch on Netflix Thailand?
If you’re not using a VPN service to watch your own content, or you simply disable the VPN software, you will be able to view the local movies and tv shows from Thailand.
Don’t be mistaken, this doesn’t mean those are all Thai programs. Netflix in Thailand has most of the popular movies and tv shows as well. They just might be a bit behind on the programming when it comes to the different seasons.
And usually, you can also choose whether you want to watch it in the Thai language or the original English language.
How much does Netflix in Thailand cost
The Netflix Thailand price starts at 99 Thai baht/per month for the mobile-only version, 279 baht/per month for the basic version, 349 baht/per month for the standard version, and 419 baht/per month for the premium version
In conclusion
As you can see, there’s no reason to not watch your favorite content on Netflix as well as your favorite Netflix Thailand movies or Netflix Thailand documentary.
You can watch anything you want, just keep in mind that Netflix will check your location and if you can’t watch your latest content, just use the VPN service that I’ve shown you in this article and you’re good to go.
In case you have any more questions about this, feel free to comment below or even just send me a quick email. I always respond to those in a timely manner.
Chris
Like!! Great article post.Really thank you! Really Cool.
Thanks. I’m happy you liked it.
Hi
I am an expat in Thailand and like to watch netflix with English Audio and Thai subtitles so that my lady can watch together with me. If I log on to USA or UK netflix, will I be able to have the above languages?
Using your VPN service, do I need to subscribe to Netflix too?
Thanks
Hi JC,
first of all, thanks for reaching out. I really appreciate that.
Unfortunately, not every US tv show or movie is has Thai subtitles available.
So you just have to check that out per movie or tv-show for yourself.
When it comes down to the VPN service, that is just to make it seem like you’re living in the US or any other country in the world.
When you sign into your Netflix account, Netflix will first see where you currently are, and show you the available content of that country and not always show your preferred content.
And by enabling the VPN, you can trick Netflix to think that you are in the Netherlands for example. As I live here. And therefor Netflix will show you the content available in the Netherlands. If that makes sense.
The VPN account and Netflix are 2 separate services. So yes, you do need a Netflix account in order to watch Netflix.
If you have any more questions around this, feel free to reply here or send me a personal email at chris@inlovewiththailand.com.
I hope you are well in Thailand. I was planning on visiting my wife in November, but due to Covid, that postpones everything.
Take care,
Chris
That is not true. I have had Netflix here in Thailand for several years, and never had a problem. Regarding the VPN? Just bullshit. Even the most expensive VPN is all about marketing. They make you think nobody can se what you are watching or writing, but you have no idea what the VPN provider is doing with your IPN. They are probably selling it to to the highest bidder. Because you, their customer, have no idea what they are doing with it after you paid them a shitload of money. Thinking you were safe from prying eyes. Sorry, Most of them are scammers. Just out there to get your name, address and IPN address. And of course your credit card number.
Yes, I understand, You are one of those who can`t stand it if people does not agree with you. As you are to much of a coward to publish this one too, I don`t see any reason to argue with you further.
Are you having a discussion with yourself or something? I’ve seen your 2 comments and they appear to be with each other. And since you’re the same person, it made me wonder.