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What are the current concerns regarding tourism and visa extensions in Thailand during the pandemic?
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The discussion reflects concerns about tourism in Thailand amid the pandemic, specifically regarding the treatment of foreign visitors and the process of visa extensions. Several comments highlight confusion over new regulations, the potential fees for extensions, and the sentiment that tourists who can support themselves should be welcomed. There are also remarks about the volume of information and misleading headlines related to the topic.
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Andrew ********
You would think that any foreign visitors would be welcome for as long as they want and can support themselves without burden on Thailand as it's all Thailand has at this time.
James *******
Waste of time getting an Ed visa by the look of things.
Philip *********
Anyone know if they are going to charge the 1,900 baht extension fee for doing this?
Marguyvin **********
@Philip ********
in all likelihood yes.
Bim *******
If it's even possible it just got even more confusing.
Ross *******
Sure you got enough heads in the photo? How many does it take to have a news conference?
Jeremy *********
My god no tourist are coming in. As long as they have money to support themselves what is the big deal... It's not liking my country where foreigners get freebies.
Steve *********
@Jeremy ********
nurse! 
Florian ********
Tourists who are sick**
Davey *******
What's with all the misleading headlines?
John *******
Lots of info not included....as usual
Andy **********
If they are deemed unsafe to fly*
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