Thailand cuts visa-free stay period for more than 90 countries including UK
Thailand cuts visa-free stay period for more than 90 countries including the UK. The government approved plans on Tuesday to revoke the exemption that allowed tourists from 93 countries to visit without needing a visa for 60 days since July 2024.
The government cited security and a confusing visa scheme as reasons for the change. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the government found the policy needed revising "to be more suitable for the current situation, both in terms of the economy and national security". Nationals who have enjoyed the 60-day exemption include those from Australia, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Spain and the US. Many of those countries' citizens will have to apply for a visa for stays longer than 30 days. Nearly 12 million people have already visited so far this year.
The new visa system will come into effect 15 days after it appears in the Royal Gazette. The foreign ministry said it aimed to reduce instances of multiple visa exemptions applying to the same country "that confuse foreigners".
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Thailand is changing its visa rules for tourists from over 90 countries - including the UK. The government cites security concerns as a reason for the change, but what does this mean for travelers?
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