
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration is moving forward to facilitate residents in the city by organizing a social service activity."Scheduled Drop-off and Collection of Large Waste Items" On Saturday and Sunday, 8 and 9 August 2026, covering 29 districts. District offices will dispatch staff and vehicles to collect damaged goods, large items, and unused electrical appliances at designated community collection points free of charge.
Check the locations and preparation steps here before risking fines for improper disposal. Find your nearest point and use the service.Also,a "Waste Buyback" platformteaches how to sell waste from home for easy extra income. Bring your large waste and unwanted items to the designated pickup point in front of your residence before 08:30 a.m. to await collection between 09:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on the scheduled day.
. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration will dispatch staff to collect large waste items in target areas on 8-9 August. The operation is divided into two days according to each district office’s schedule as follows.
Residents are advised to sort large waste items before disposal, such as furniture, electrical appliances, and sports equipment over 1 meter in size. Cut down large heavy pieces, separate parts, and bundle smaller items neatly. Prepare your ID card to show officials (electricity or water bills are also acceptable).
1. Bring waste to the designated collection point.
2. Present identification to confirm ownership.
3. Officials will collect and transport waste to disposal sites at no cost.
Additionally, if you have a large amount of waste or live far from scheduled collection points, you can contact the cleaning and park department of your district office for a paid service according to government regulations. Scan the QR code to reach cleaning services in all 50 districts.
Warning: Improper disposal obstructs Bangkok’s water drainage system and carries fines under the Cleanliness Act of 2,000 baht.Ifdisposed outside containers or designated points, the fine is 10,000 baht. Dumping into waterways is punishable under Criminal Code Section 380.
For those interested in the "Scheduled Large Waste Drop-off and Collection" project by BMA on 8-9 August, be sure to prepare in advance. Check your district’s collection points and take advantage of the service nearby.