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Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Responding to sustainable waste management policies, launching locations for the 2026 BMA Large Waste Disposal Event to provide free disposal services for large unwanted items such as sofas, mattresses, or broken electrical appliances on Saturday 9 May and Sunday 10 May 2026, covering 40 districts across the city. Check locations and preparation steps here before risking fines for illegal dumping. Use the nearest point for service, along witha recommended "Waste Buying" platform teaching how to sell waste from home for easy extra income. Residents should place large waste and unwanted items at designated collection points in front of their homes before 8:30 a.m. to await collection by staff between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Citizens are advised to sort large waste before disposal, such as furniture, electrical appliances, and sports equipment over one meter long, which should be cut into smaller pieces. Heavy items should be disassembled, and smaller waste pieces bundled neatly. Prepare to show your ID card to staff (electricity or water bills can be used as alternatives).
1. Bring waste to designated collection points
2. Show proof of identity to confirm ownership
3. Staff will transport the waste to disposal sites free of charge
BMA will collect large waste on 9-10 May, with different districts served each day. Verify dates and district locations as follows:
Additionally, for those with large quantities of bulky waste far from weekly collection points, services can be requested from the Sanitation and Parks Division at any district office for a fee according to government regulations. Scan the QR CODE to contact the sanitation department of all 50 districts.
Warning: Improper disposal obstructs Bangkok's drainage and is punishable by fines under the Cleanliness Act, starting at 2,000 baht..Dumping outside containers or designated points may result in fines up to 10,000 baht. Discharging waste into waterways is punishable under the Criminal Code Section 380.
For anyone interested in BMA's "Large Waste Disposal Event" on 9-10 May, be sure to prepare and check the locations in your district. Visit the nearest point to use the service.