New Bangkok-Vientiane Rail Service Offers Additional Travel Options to Expats and Tourists
On July 13, 2024, a test run was conducted for a new cross-border rail service linking Thailand’s capital of Bangkok to the Laotian capital of Vientiane. The test was just a short journey from Nong Khai Railway Station to Vientiane Station in Laos, but this vital stretch of railway will serve as a new link […]
New Thailand Visa Exemption and Visa on Arrival Now in Effect
Starting from July 15, 2024, the new policy on Thailand Visa Exemption and Thailand Visa on Arrival is now in effect. The government hopes the rule updates will greatly improve the tourist economy by allowing more foreigners than ever to temporarily enter and stay in Thailand without first acquiring a visa. This post will provide […]
Government Cancels Controversial 2024 Thailand Tourist Tax Plan
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced the cancellation of the planned 300-baht tourism tax, a policy where every foreign tourist would be charged an entrance levy if they travel to the Kingdom by air. After fielding criticism and concerns from within and without, the government now believes that removing this fee will encourage tourists to spend […]
DTV Visa Thailand: The New Thailand Digital Nomad Visa
The New Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) The Thai government has recently unveiled the “DTV Visa Thailand,” known as the Destination Thailand Visa, designed specifically for digital nomads in Thailand. It comes alongside a raft of other immigration updates and additions intended to increase tourism in the kingdom. While final details have not been released, so […]
New Thai Visas and Sweeping Changes to Immigration Rules Announced
In an effort to boost its flagging economy, Thailand’s government announced sweeping updates to existing visa rules and the introduction of a new visa to attract more visitors, professionals, and investors to the Kingdom. The announcement was made on May 28, 2024, and follows Thailand’s other recent bids to galvanize tourism by dialing back immigration […]
Important: Double-Check Your Entry Stamps in Thailand
If you’re traveling to Thailand, you should be careful of receiving the wrong entry stamp, letting you stay for less than or greater than your intended period. These are known as “bad stamps” and can result in grave consequences regarding your status in Thailand if not resolved in time. Some of these errors can include: […]
Fines And Penalties For Soliciting Prostitution In Thailand
Thailand’s notorious reputation as a destination for sex tourism has been globally recognized for some time now. This multifaceted phenomenon, deeply intertwined with the country’s economic, social, and cultural fabric is fueled by a combination of poverty and lack of employment opportunities. As these are deeply rooted problems in Thai society, some women turn to […]
Thailand To Lift TM 6 Requirement At Malaysian Borders
On November 1, 2023, the requirement to fill out a Tor Mor 6 (TM 6) immigration form was lifted for visitors of all nationalities entering Thailand from Malaysia by land through the Sadao checkpoint in Songkhla province for a period of 6 months, with the last day being April 30, 2024. Since then, Thailand has […]
Australia To Open E-Visa Services In Sydney
On March 1, 2024, the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Sydney announced that from March 19 onwards, an online stickerless e-visa application system will be implemented for Australians looking to visit Thailand on a tourist visa. This means that applicants will no longer need to submit their passports in person or by post to the Consulate-General, […]
Thailand Visa Exemption Scheme
What is the Thailand Visa Exemption Scheme? The Thailand Visa Exemption Scheme allows tourists to enter Thailand visa-free strictly for tourism purposes for a duration of 30 days. Travelers entering by land or via sea border are limited to doing so twice a year, except for Malaysian citizens who can enter without limitation by land […]
