Opinion: Yes, It’s Time to Allow More Countries to Have a 90 Day Visa...
Earlier this week TPN Media and some other Thai media reported a proposal that for once got a nearly universally positive response from our readers.
That proposal, being put forward by the Tourism Authority of...
Tourism Dept Supports Visa-Free Initiative
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BANGKOK (NNT) - The Department of Tourism has said it fully supports the government’s initiative to potentially extend visa-free arrivals to more nationalities. The move is expected to boost Thailand’s tourism sector.
Director-General Chaturon Phakdeewanich...
Thai PM Spearheads ‘IGNITE THAILAND’S TOURISM’ Meeting, Aims for Global Tourism Boost
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At 9:00 AM, on March 15th, 2024, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin presided over a meeting called “IGNITE THAILAND’S TOURISM” at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center joining forces with public and private sectors.
The...
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...