Buddhist Era (B.E.) ↔ Christian Era (C.E.) year converter

Convert years and full dates between the Thai Buddhist calendar and the Western calendar.

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How it works: Buddhist year converter

B.E. = C.E. + 543, and C.E. = B.E. − 543. So 2026 is B.E. 2569. Thai documents, IDs and receipts use the Buddhist year.

Before B.E. 2484 (1941) the Thai new year started on 1 April, so dates in January–March of earlier years differ by one more year.

What year is 2569 in Thailand?

B.E. 2569 is 2026 C.E. (2569 − 543).

Why is the Thai year 543 years ahead?

The Buddhist Era counts from the Buddha's passing, 543 years before the Christian Era.