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Thailand tourism policy and visitor fee proposals

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Thailand is expanding its tourism and economic strategies through new policy frameworks and entry regulations. To drive long-term growth, the government has introduced a visitor economy framework aiming to double annual tourism income to six trillion baht by 2035. This strategy focuses on diverse travel sectors, including health, education, business, and “Work from Anywhere” models, with Krabi, Bangkok, and Chiang Rai serving as initial destination sandboxes. Significant changes to entry policies took effect on September 15, 2026. The visa-free stay duration for 60 designated countries and territories—including the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, much of the European Union, Japan, and Turkey—was reduced from 60 days to 30 days. Authorities indicated these changes follow concerns regarding “illegal activities and the misuse of the visa-exempt system by certain foreign nationals.” The revised 30-day exemption is strictly limited to tourism and will not cover work. Additionally, Japanese nationals entering via New restrictions also target land borders and sea border crossings to curb “frequent border runs.” Visa-exempt travelers are now limited to two visa-exempt land border entries per calendar year. year, though citizens of Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Brunei remain exempt from this specific cap. Japanese nationals entering via land borders are also subject to this limit. Specific nationality shifts include the removal of visa exemptions for Morocco, Mexico, and Sri Lanka. Effective September 15, Sri Lankan citizens must obtain a visa via the online e-Visa system, as the Royal Thai Embassy in Colombo does not accept in-person applications. Travelers from Peru, Brazil, and South Korea saw their visa-free stays extended to 90 days, while Mauritius and Seychelles received 15-day exemptions. New administrative Administrative requirements include the mandatory completion of have tightened. Travelers must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) prior within 72 hours of arrival and may be required to arrival. show proof of funds, such as 20,000 Thai Baht in cash. Long-stay visitors must also adhere to the TM. 47 reporting requirement, an address-notification obligation under the Immigration Act, to confirm their current address with the Immigration Bureau requirement every 90 days.

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  1. 2026-09-10 08:14 UTC Thailand tourism policy and visitor fee proposals
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