Thailand has become an increasingly popular destination for foreign tourists and expats looking for adventure, cultural experiences, and even romance. While meeting women organically is always an option, dating apps and websites provide a convenient way for foreigners to connect with locals and potentially find meaningful relationships.
The top dating apps and websites for foreigners seeking to date in Thailand are ThaiCupid and ThaiFriendly. These platforms boast a substantial number of Thai women and are specifically designed to help them connect with foreign boyfriends. Additional options include Tinder, Bumble, and Badoo. However, it’s important to note that on Tinder and Bumble, there is a significant presence of ladyboys.
I have had the opportunity to spend a considerable amount of time in Thailand and have utilized the range of apps mentioned in this article to connect with stunning Thai women. My travels have taken me to various locations across Thailand, including bustling cities like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Hua Hin, as well as the more rural areas of Isan such as Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, and Nong Khai. In short, I think Thailand is amazing because of its stunning landscapes, its kind and friendly people, and its gorgeous women.
This guide will highlight in-depth the top dating apps and websites used by foreigners looking to meet Thai women while in Thailand. It covers each dating platform’s key features and functionality, whether they are free or paid services, and what makes them useful in the Thai dating marketplace. The goal is to provide an overview of the most effective tools for dating and expanding social circles in Thailand as a foreigner.
Also see: The Ultimate Guide To Dating In Thailand For Foreigners
#5 – Tinder
Tinder is a global dating app phenomenon with a huge user base all over the world. In Thailand, it has become very popular especially in major cities like Bangkok, Phuket, and Chiang Mai where there are lots of young Thai locals and expat foreigners.
My issue with Tinder in Thailand is the same as it was in the Philippines for me. There are an incredible amount of ladyboys on Tinder and they try to disguise themselves as naturally born women. With the rise of enhancement filters it’s very difficult to decipher the real women apart from the ladyboys.
I made a guide that will help you tell the difference between a ladyboy and an authentic woman: How To Decisively Spot and Identify Ladyboys In Thailand
In Thailand, you will get a lot of matches if you are a foreigner. But be aware that the reputation of Tinder is that it’s mainly used for casual dating and hookups. Many young Thai women use it to meet interesting foreigners, while many foreign men use it to meet beautiful Thai women. However, some people have found longer term relationships and marriage through Tinder here. It has a fun, casual vibe and it’s easy to meet lots of new people.
#4 – Badoo
Badoo is one of the most popular dating apps in Thailand and globally. With over 400 million users worldwide, it has a large user base in Thailand and is widely used across SouthEast Asia. I have also used Badoo in the Philippines and Vietnam.
Some key features of Badoo that I like:
- Location-based matching: Badoo uses your location to match you with people nearby. This makes it easy to find and meet people in your city.
- Verified profiles: Users can verify their profiles by uploading a photo of themselves mimicking a specific pose. This helps reduce fake profiles.
- People Nearby: You can browse Badoo users who are nearby and connect with those you’re interested in.
- Encounters: Match-based system for swiping right or left on profiles in the Encounters section. If you both swipe right, you’ll match and can start chatting.
- Free messaging: Send messages to matches for free. Only some advanced features require payment.
With a sizeable Thai user base and modern dating app features like location-based matching and free messaging, Badoo is a popular choice for foreigners looking to meet people while visiting or living in Thailand.
Also see: 5 Steps To Create A Great International Dating Profile
#3 – Bumble
Bumble is one of the most popular dating apps among foreigners in Thailand. Its unique women-first approach requires women to initiate conversations with matches first, which tends to reduce flaking.
During my time in Thailand, I discovered a preference for Bumble instead of Tinder. In my experience, women on Bumble in Thailand appeared to have a more professional and long-term relationship mindset. Many of them were educated, employed, or still pursuing their education. As a result, a higher percentage of Thai women were fluent in English.
Some key features of Bumble include:
- Women Make the First Move: Once a match is made, only women can message first, giving them more control over conversations. Men cannot initiate.
- Time Limits for Messaging: Women have 24 hours to message a new match before it expires. For same-gender matches, either person can message first.
- Bumble BFF or Bizz Mode: Bumble isn’t just for dating. There’s a friend-finding and professional networking feature to meet new people platonically.
Bumble has a sizable user base in Thailand of young professional expats and English-speaking Thai locals in Bangkok and major cities. While not as large as Tinder, many find Bumble’s quality better for serious dating versus casual meetups.
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#2 – ThaiCupid
ThaiCupid is part of the Cupid Media network of international dating sites. It is one of the most popular dating sites in Thailand for meeting Thai women as a foreigner. I am a loyal user of the Cupid brand websites because of my successes in the Philippines with FilipinoCupid and Colombia with ColombianCupid.
Some key features of ThaiCupid include:
- Search and Filter tools – ThaiCupid has a robust filtering feature that allows you to filter down your preferences for women. For example, I like to search on: no kids, doesn’t drink, doesn’t smoke, age 21-18, etc.
- Translation tools – The site can translate messages between you and your matches to bridge any language barriers. This makes communication much easier.
- Verified profiles – ThaiCupid has a profile verification system to help confirm people are who they say they are. This adds a layer of security and trust.
- Large user base – With over 1.5 million members, ThaiCupid has one of the largest pools of Thai women looking to meet foreign men. This gives you plenty of options to find a match.
- Mobile app – ThaiCupid has iOS and Android apps so you can access your account on the go and continue conversations anywhere.
- Free to create an account and browse around. To message the women you need to pay for a subscription.
The vast majority of users on ThaiCupid are Thai women seeking relationships with Western men. Overall, it’s one of the best places to meet beautiful young Thai women online interested in dating and relationships.
Also see: Top 5 Challenges Foreigners Face When Dating Thai Women
#1 – ThaiFriendly
ThaiFriendly is one of Thailand’s most popular dating apps for meeting local Thai women. Some key things to know about ThaiFriendly:
Features Overview
- ThaiFriendly is free to download and create a basic profile, but you need a paid subscription for full functionality.
- Able to send one free message every ten minutes.
- It has mobile apps for iOS and Android, in addition to the website.
- Features include matchmaking, search filters, video chat, and verified profiles.
Also see: The 7 Best Cities To Meet Good Thai Women In Thailand
My Experience With ThaiFriendly
- The women are beautiful, and there are plenty to choose from.
- Be aware that there are many freelancers, especially in Bangkok and Pattaya.
- The user base extends to rural areas of Thailand. For me, it worked great in the Isan area of Khon Kaen and Udon Thani.
- My favorite feature is that you can pick and search for women in any city in Thailand.
Ensure you are aware of the common online scams in Thailand: How To Avoid The Most Common Dating Scams In Thailand