Category: Thailand Visa
Comparing the Thai Visas for Retirement
Thailand continues to attract retirees from around the world with its warm climate, high-quality healthcare, and affordable cost of living compared to the West. However, securing the right long-term visa is a crucial step in making your retirement plans a reality, as each retirement visa option comes with its own set of qualifications, obligations, and […]
How long does it take to get a Thailand LTR Visa?
Thailand LTR Visa lets you stay in the country for up to 10 years with valuable, exclusive benefits. But getting this coveted visa requires a long and complex application process, and if you miss a step, it can drag on or fall apart. Mistakes lead to rejection, which costs time and delays your plans. Siam […]
Which Country in Southeast Asia has the Best Digital Nomad Visa?
If you want to live in Southeast Asia and work remotely, a digital nomad visa grants you legal permission to stay while you work online. These visas are becoming more common, but they vary widely. Some are expensive or difficult to qualify for. Others have unclear rules that complicate the process unnecessarily.. This article compares […]
Visa-Free Entry to Thailand to be Limited to 30 Days
If you plan to visit Thailand without a visa in 2025, you may need to adjust your travel plans. Despite extending the duration last year, the Thai government has decided to shorten the visa-free stay period from 60 days to 30 days. Officials believe this change will help prevent illegal business activities while still allowing […]
Requirements Eased for Thai Long-Term Resident Visas
Thailand has taken another step to improve its economy by attracting global talent and investment by revising its Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa requirements. These updates simplify the application process and broaden eligibility, making it easier for professionals, retirees, and investors to secure a 10-year stay in Thailand. The key updates include easier income requirements, more […]
E-Visa System Now Available at ALL Thai Embassies and Consulates Worldwide
On December 17th, 2024, Thailand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Mr. Maris Sangiampongsa, presided over the launch event for Thailand’s global E-Visa system. There he announced that Thailand’s E-Visa system would be available at every Thai embassy and consulate worldwide at the start of 2025. This is a welcome development for travelers of all kinds […]
Schengen-Style Visa for SEA Countries: Cambodia on Board with Thailand’s Plan
A meeting between Cambodia’s Minister of Tourism Huot Hak and advisors to Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa took place on October 21, 2024, wherein they discussed cross-border travel. One of the more significant outcomes of this meeting was the Cambodian Minister’s support for Thailand’s “Six Countries, One Destination” visa initiative, adding another major partner to […]
Thai Tourist Tax Coming Back Under New Government
In the third announcement about the Thai tourism fee this year so far, the new Thai government has reversed course again and will soon implement a tax on all visitors to Thailand. The previous government under Srettha Thavisin mulled a similar fee earlier in 2024 but shelved the idea after backlash from the private sector. […]
Electronic Travel Authorization for Visa-Free Travelers to Thailand
Earlier in 2024, the Thai government expanded its visa exemption and visa-on-arrival programs to include more countries, allowing more tourists to enter the Kingdom for longer periods without needing to apply for a visa beforehand. However, at the time of this announcement, the government also revealed plans for a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system. […]
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 […]
