Thailand’s ‘Special Tourist Visa’ details including fees and additional charges explained
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The Tourism Authority of Thailand has explained updated procedures and requirements for foreign tourists who are interested in applying for a new long-stay visa, the so-called Special Tourist Visa (STV), following the proposal...
Thai Tourism Authorities Propose to Unlock 60-Day Visa Exemption for European Tourists
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European travelers could potentially soon enjoy 60 days of exploration in Thailand without visa requirements, as reported by the Thai Tourism and Sports Ministry.
Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol stated on Monday, November 13th, that the...
Thailand’s current entry requirements, in graphical form, as of today, April 1st
Here are Thailand's current entry requirements, as of April 1st, 2022, in graphical form. Graphics courtesy Department of Consular Affairs.
Thai Prime Minister Promotes Tourism on Chinese Streaming Platform Ctrip
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On February 1st, 2024, Mr. Srettha Thavisin, the Thai Prime Minister, publicly promoted Thailand’s tourism services and Thai local products through Live Streaming on the Ctrip platform.
Ctrip is China’s largest online travel agency that...
Thai Tourism Minister Asks the Public not to Stereotype Chinese Tourists
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The Thai Minister of Tourism and Sports, Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, cautioned against making sweeping assumptions about Chinese tourists visiting Thailand and claiming they all have the intention of exploiting the country and participating in...
Thai Tourism Authority Reports Surge in Chinese Tourists After Visa Waiver
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On March 14th, 2024, Mrs. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, the Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), publicly revealed statistics of the number of Chinese tourists to Thailand increasing significantly after permanently waiving visa requirements...
Thailand ends amnesty for those on tourist visas as the last day of the...
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Today, September 26, 2020, is the last day of amnesty for those on tourist visas in the Kingdom of Thailand.
The amnesty visas were originally given six months ago as a response to the outbreak...
Thailand Announces 30 Day Visa Exemption for Japanese Business Travelers
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On December 12th, 2023, Mr. Karom Phonphonklang, the Thai Deputy Government Spokesperson, publicly revealed a conclusion after the cabinet meeting regarding a 30-day visa exemption for business purposes for Japanese visitors effective from January...
Ex-pat Insider 2022 by InterNations says Thailand is an affordable, friendly destination for Ex-pats,...
•Mexico, Indonesia, Taiwan, Portugal, Spain, the UAE, Vietnam, Thailand, Australia, and Singapore are
the best destinations for ex-pats in 2022.
• The worst destinations for ex-pats are Kuwait (52nd), New Zealand, Hong Kong, Cyprus, Luxembourg,
Japan, South...
Thai Prime Minister Discusses Visas for Bordering Countries, Aiming to Establish Thailand as Regional...
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On February 3rd, 2024, Mr. Srettha Thavisin, the Thai Prime Minister, publicly revealed after a discussion with Ms. Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, the Minister of Tourism and Sport, regarding a discussion about CLMV (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar,...