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What are the new Thai visa rules and when did they go into effect?
What are the new rules and when did they go into effect⁉️
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New Thai visa rules state that applicants can only apply for visas in their home country or the country where they hold permanent residency. Effective August 31, 2026, applicants are required to be physically present in that country and must submit a criminal background check as part of their application.
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Can only apply in your home country/country where you have official permanent residency, have to physically be in that country and now need to have a criminal background check. Went into effect on Monday August 31
Andi ***********
Apply in your home country or country of permanent residency. Criminal record clearance cert must be submitted
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