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 […]
Extension of Visa-Exemption for Indian Citizens Traveling to Thailand in the Works
The current visa-exemption program for Indian nationals visiting Thailand could be poised for an extension, broadening opportunities for traveling into the country. Back in 2023, a visa-exemption plan was announced for Indian citizens, put into effect from November 10, 2023, until May 10, 2024. With this scheme in motion, foreign nationals with an Indian passport […]
More Countries to Be Considered for Visa-free Travel to Thailand
Interest in traveling to Thailand has surged to even greater heights than ever before, prompting an increasing number of countries to implement visa exemptions. Foreigners interested in booking a vacation to Thailand may be excited to hear that a significant number of countries are now exempted from having to apply for a Thai visa before […]
Thailand to Expand Visa-Free Access, Announces PM Srettha
In a move to boost the country’s economy through tourismThailand’s government under the leadership of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, has announced plans to extend visa-free travel privileges to citizens of additional countries. This initiative follows the government’s Visa Exemption Scheme, which has recently granted visa-free access into the country for travelers from China and India. […]
New Thai Visa Exemption for Chinese Citizens
A visa exemption plan will be implemented between China and Thailand on March 1, 2024. On January 28, 2024, Thailand’s Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara entered a mutual agreement with his Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on a visa-free entry policy between their nations. This new exemption plan will be formally rolled out to the general […]
