Convert Thai Baht to Lao Kip
Instantly convert Thai Baht (฿) to Lao Kip (₭) with our free online calculator.
Reference Table
| Thai Baht (฿) | Lao Kip (₭) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
| 5 | 5 |
| 10 | 10 |
| 50 | 50 |
| 100 | 100 |
| 1000 | 1000 |
How to Convert Thai Baht to Lao Kip
Live Exchange Rate Conversion
Convert Thai Baht (฿) to Lao Kip (₭) using live exchange rates updated hourly. The rate reflects the current mid-market price — the most accurate reference for currency comparison.
Step-by-Step
- Open the ฿ to ₭ converter above.
- Enter the amount you want to convert in the ฿ (Thai Baht) input field.
- The converter fetches the latest exchange rate and instantly shows the equivalent value in ₭ (Lao Kip).
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion direction if needed.
About Thai Baht (฿)
The Thai Baht (THB, ISO 4217 code 764, symbol ฿) is the official currency of the Kingdom of Thailand, issued by the Bank of Thailand (BoT, est. 1942). Subdivided into 100 satang. Banknotes: ฿20 (King Rama IX commemorative; King Rama X regular series), ฿50, ฿100, ฿500, ฿1000 (current Series 17 introduced 2018 featuring King Rama X — Maha Vajiralongkorn — replacing King Rama IX Bhumibol Adulyadej after his death October 13, 2016); coins: 25 satang, 50 satang, ฿1, ฿2, ฿5, ฿10. The baht (or tical historically — old British usage) has been the unit of measure for gold trade in Thailand for centuries (1 baht of gold = 15.244 grams of 96.5% pure gold). The Asian Financial Crisis of July 2, 1997 began with the floating of the Thai baht (which had been pegged at ฿25 per USD) after BoT exhausted reserves defending the peg — the baht devalued ~50% in 6 months. Thailand is Southeast Asia's 2nd-largest economy after Indonesia. BoT targets 1-3% CPI inflation per the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) inflation-targeting framework adopted 2000.
About Lao Kip (₭)
The Lao Kip (LAK, ISO 4217 code 418, symbol ₭ or LAK) is the official currency of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Laos), issued by the Bank of the Lao PDR (BOL, est. 1968 in its modern form, est. 1976 after the Pathet Lao victory). Subdivided into 100 att (no longer in practical circulation due to inflation). Banknotes: ₭500, ₭1,000, ₭2,000, ₭5,000, ₭10,000, ₭20,000, ₭50,000, ₭100,000 (the highest denomination, introduced 2020; current series features Kaysone Phomvihane — the founder of the Lao PDR — portrait on all denominations and Lao landmarks including the That Luang Stupa, Patuxai Victory Monument in Vientiane, and Wat Phu Champasak UNESCO site). The 100,000 kip note was introduced 2020 to address inflation — at typical exchange rates (~₭22,000 per USD pre-2022, ~₭21,500 per USD), it's worth ~$5. Coins are not in active circulation. Laos is one of the world's last remaining one-party communist states (Lao People's Revolutionary Party in power continuously since 1975) and one of Southeast Asia's poorest economies (~$20B GDP, ~7.5 million population). Major exports include hydroelectricity to Thailand + Vietnam + Cambodia, copper, gold, rubber, coffee, timber, and increasingly Chinese-built railways.
Quick Facts
- Thai Baht (฿) is a currency unit
- Lao Kip (₭) is a currency unit
- Exchange rates are updated hourly from live market data
- Rates shown are mid-market (interbank) rates
- This conversion is commonly used in international travel, online shopping, and business transactions
- Use the swap button to convert ₭ back to ฿
Understanding Thai Baht
The Thai Baht (symbol: ฿) is a unit of currency. The Thai Baht (THB, ISO 4217 code 764, symbol ฿) is the official currency of the Kingdom of Thailand, issued by the Bank of Thailand (BoT, est. 1942). Subdivided into 100 satang. Banknotes: ฿20 (King Rama IX commemorative; King Rama X regular series), ฿50, ฿100, ฿500, ฿1000 (current Series 17 introduced 2018 featuring King Rama X — Maha Vajiralongkorn — replacing King Rama IX Bhumibol Adulyadej after his death October 13, 2016); coins: 25 satang, 50 satang, ฿1, ฿2, ฿5, ฿10. The baht (or tical historically — old British usage) has been the unit of measure for gold trade in Thailand for centuries (1 baht of gold = 15.244 grams of 96.5% pure gold). The Asian Financial Crisis of July 2, 1997 began with the floating of the Thai baht (which had been pegged at ฿25 per USD) after BoT exhausted reserves defending the peg — the baht devalued ~50% in 6 months. Thailand is Southeast Asia's 2nd-largest economy after Indonesia. BoT targets 1-3% CPI inflation per the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) inflation-targeting framework adopted 2000.
Thai Baht are commonly used in international travel, online shopping, and business transactions.
Understanding Lao Kip
The Lao Kip (symbol: ₭) is a unit of currency. The Lao Kip (LAK, ISO 4217 code 418, symbol ₭ or LAK) is the official currency of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Laos), issued by the Bank of the Lao PDR (BOL, est. 1968 in its modern form, est. 1976 after the Pathet Lao victory). Subdivided into 100 att (no longer in practical circulation due to inflation). Banknotes: ₭500, ₭1,000, ₭2,000, ₭5,000, ₭10,000, ₭20,000, ₭50,000, ₭100,000 (the highest denomination, introduced 2020; current series features Kaysone Phomvihane — the founder of the Lao PDR — portrait on all denominations and Lao landmarks including the That Luang Stupa, Patuxai Victory Monument in Vientiane, and Wat Phu Champasak UNESCO site). The 100,000 kip note was introduced 2020 to address inflation — at typical exchange rates (~₭22,000 per USD pre-2022, ~₭21,500 per USD), it's worth ~$5. Coins are not in active circulation. Laos is one of the world's last remaining one-party communist states (Lao People's Revolutionary Party in power continuously since 1975) and one of Southeast Asia's poorest economies (~$20B GDP, ~7.5 million population). Major exports include hydroelectricity to Thailand + Vietnam + Cambodia, copper, gold, rubber, coffee, timber, and increasingly Chinese-built railways.
Lao Kip are commonly used in international travel, online shopping, and business transactions.
Why Convert Thai Baht to Lao Kip?
When travelling abroad, shopping from international retailers, or managing cross-border business payments, converting between Thai Baht and Lao Kip is an everyday necessity. Freelancers invoicing international clients, investors monitoring foreign markets, and students comparing cost-of-living data all benefit from instant, accurate currency conversion with live exchange rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Thai Baht to Lao Kip?
Enter any ฿ amount in the converter above. It automatically fetches the latest exchange rate and instantly calculates the equivalent ₭ value. No manual calculation is needed.
How often is the ฿/₭ exchange rate updated?
MegaCalc updates currency exchange rates hourly from live market data. The rate displayed reflects the current mid-market rate at the time of conversion.
What is the mid-market ฿/₭ exchange rate?
The mid-market rate is the midpoint between the buy and sell prices on the global foreign exchange market. It is the most accurate reference rate for comparing currencies. Banks and exchange services add a spread on top of this rate, so the rate you receive at a bank or airport will differ slightly.
Can I convert ₭ back to ฿?
Yes. Use the swap button on the converter to reverse the conversion direction and calculate ₭ to ฿ instantly at the current exchange rate.
Why do I need to convert Thai Baht to Lao Kip?
฿ to ₭ conversions are needed for international travel, online shopping from foreign retailers, cross-border business payments, and comparing prices or costs across countries. Investors and freelancers working with multiple currencies also rely on accurate exchange rate data for financial planning.