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While numerous studies have examined these issues, existing evidence remains fragmented across countries, study designs, and population subgroups, limiting understanding of how Thai immigrants manage their health and engage with health care systems. This scoping review aimed to identify, categorise, and summarise existing knowledge on Thai immigrants\u2019 health behaviours and health care experiences. A comprehensive search of academic and grey literature was conducted in March 2025, yielding 54 studies. Five key themes were identified, namely preventive health behaviours, health-risk behaviours, health-seeking behaviours, cultural and emotional responses, and navigating health care systems. Across these themes, Thai immigrants face barriers related to cultural norms, language barriers, socioeconomic constraints, and psychosocial stressors. These barriers influence their participation in preventive care, responses to illness, and interactions with health care services. 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