Gifts are appreciated when visiting a Thai home, but not expected.
Small, inexpensive and thoughtful gifts should be given. An expensive gift could make the recipient uncomfortable and result in them refusing to accept it.
Use bright colors for your wrapping. Thai's love color as reflected in their clothing. Avoid wrapping in green, black or blue as these colors are associated with mourning. Gold or yellow make good colors for wrapping. Add bows and ribbons for a festive finish. Only use red paper when giving a gift to a Chinese Thai.
Flowers, chocolates or fruits are appropriate gifts. Avoid marigolds or carnations as they are associated with funerals.
Do not expect the gift to be opened when received. This is saved for a private moment.
Three is considered a lucky number. Give gifts in groups of threes for a good impression.
If you are given a gift, it is considered rude to rip the wrapping paper. Carefully remove the wrapping, fold and set aside.