Answered5 months ago
What is the latest update on Thailand's visa exempt entry duration change?
Visa Exempt entry
From news sources today we have learnt that the Thai cabinet have approved the plan to revert visa exempt entries from 60 days to 30 days. As yet there are no published details of when this will happen nor specifics on which countries it may or may not include.
Until we get full details please refrain from speculating. Usually nothing happens until it's published in the Royal Gazette but because it's reverting back to a previous law that may not be the case.
As soon as we have details we will update on here.
From news sources today we have learnt that the Thai cabinet have approved the plan to revert visa exempt entries from 60 days to 30 days. As yet there are no published details of when this will happen nor specifics on which countries it may or may not include.
Until we get full details please refrain from speculating. Usually nothing happens until it's published in the Royal Gazette but because it's reverting back to a previous law that may not be the case.
As soon as we have details we will update on here.
Answer summary
Recent news has indicated that the Thai cabinet is planning to revert the visa exempt entry duration from 60 days back to 30 days. Details regarding the exact date of implementation and the list of countries affected have not been officially published yet. Community discussions express concern about how this change will impact those currently in Thailand and highlight various personal situations regarding upcoming travel plans. Travelers are advised to monitor official sources for updates and consider alternative visa options to accommodate the changes.
63 repliesnewest first
Click comment and we will ask for your email, then OTP, then name.
Gary *****
Same old hot air for the moment..
Herve *********
I see indians will have visa on arrival proceedings, no reverting to 30 from 60 days.
Does anyone have an idea why, and if this replaces the TDAC for them altogether.
Just curious.
Does anyone have an idea why, and if this replaces the TDAC for them altogether.
Just curious.
Stuart *********
OPDoesn’t replace the need for a TDAC. That is irrelevant for whatever entry scheme you have.
Herve *********
@Stuart ********
indeed. Any idea why they have VOA. That was the real question, really.
Vin *************
Hi
Nicknam*******
Keep Calm and Carry DTV
Mats **********
Pay the fine at Suvarnabhumi!
Jack *******
Mats Engström please do so you can get banned 🤣😂🤣😂
Mats **********
OK go to Bangkok Hilton if you like!
Steve *******
Mats Engström Very poor advice
Mats **********
Som nam na! you dont understand nada!
Andy ************
Ok I’ve booked a holiday from the
****
to ****
will I be ok
Ratbag ********************
Andy Woo Wells u be able to get 1 month extension either way. U good.
Andy ************
Ratbag how much is that can I pay at the airport I don’t want to fly out and in or go to any immigration office bs
เดแคลน ***********
Andy Woo Wells in order to get the extension you need to go to an immigration office and it costs 1900b
Surya *********
Andy Woo Wells too early to tell.
James **********
If I get a 30 day free entry, will it rain?
Paul *********
Booked my flight a few days ago for 32 nights in Thailand in October but just learned they are changing visa from 60 days to 30 ! What’s the best thing to do about the extra 2 days financially ?
Preso ***********
Paul Goreham don’t go
Adam *****
Paul Goreham either get a tourist visa beforehand (recommended, you have plenty of time from now until October) or apply for a 30 day extension in country (may be a huge hassle depending on where you are applying)
Paul *********
Only going to be 2 days over the 30 days ..I know it’s around 2000baht for the 30 day extension but how does tourist visa work ? And how much does it cost ?
Adam *****
Paul Goreham the change only takes effect 15 days from publishing in the Royal Gazette, so at minimum you have 15 days to apply for the tourist visa of needed
Paul *********
Checked and it’s £30 online ..have to wait until they change it back to 30 days though but I have lots of time yet , last thing I want to be is disrespectful plus I been several times now and still want to go more so I will do what I have to do so I can return 👍
Steve *******
Paul Goreham A Tourist visa is cheaper than an extension of stay and covers you for 60 days
Dave ******
Paul Goreham a few years back it was £25 so it will have gone up a bit although a more involved visa for retirement etc is still only £60 so I'd imagine it's no more than that. It must be an easy process as all the others are. Doesn't require high postage cost or travel to London (or Hull) as its all online and takes a couple of days at the outside. I'd recommend doing it that way. I definitely wouldn't recommend winging it and being an overstayer even for a couple of days. It's not a good look and it's disrespectful. Have a great time.
Adam *****
Paul Goreham check the Royal Thai Embassy website for your resident country. Single entry tourist visa gives you 60 days on entry
Adam *****
The change will take place 15 days after it is published in the Royal Gazette, as announced today
CreativeR*********
Adam Goh How long does it take to be published in the Royal Gazette?
Dca *****
Adam Goh these Draft Interior Ministry Notices are NOT Published Today, and the Draft Interior Ministry Notices were not even considered (on the Agenda) of today's Thai Cabinet Meeting
true to form, they said it was approved during the Cabinet Meeting earlier today, but they didn't bother to even consider (have on the agenda) the Draft Interior Ministry Notices, so kicking the can down the road again!
>
true to form, they said it was approved during the Cabinet Meeting earlier today, but they didn't bother to even consider (have on the agenda) the Draft Interior Ministry Notices, so kicking the can down the road again!
>
****************************************
*****
8
Retiree********
Adam Goh ... 15 days after announcement:
Is this a standard timeline for such immigration changes?
...ah, it was announced in the video 👍
Is this a standard timeline for such immigration changes?
...ah, it was announced in the video 👍
Afzaal ********
Is this for new arrivals or will it also apply to those already in Thailand?
Yo***
Thailand is at least not a savage country. Thailand is highly civilized country. They keep the basic rules. new policy applies only for new applicants. But there are many uncivilized countries which do not care about this basic rules.
Mats **********
Dont sleep on the beach next year!
Mats **********
@Afzaal *******
Stay at home, try to earn money for next year!Afzaal ********
Mats Engström who are you mother fucker
Stuart *********
OPOnly for new arrivals when implemented. If you have a current stamp saying “allowed to stay until” that date will be honoured.
Chris *****
@Afzaal *******
new arrivals
Mark ********
September at the earliest,1000,s people have booked flights already
Mats **********
Mark Tabner Too expensive nobody can afford the Trump prices on the tickets!
Sujy *********
Mark Tabner Changes like this in the past have come first of the next month. So June 1, it's not gonjna be September.
Mark ********
Sujy Sujaree maybe but nothing in stone yet
Paul ********
Mark Tabner You'll be lucky with that.......I'd say 15 days tops from now if ratified
Andreas *********
Mark Tabner what is the problem these people get a visa quickly?
Mark ********
Andreas Trummer I have lots of friends who are old they don’t do internet and can’t use mobile,not so easy for them to get a visa
Stuart *********
OPMore like June 1st but who knows as yet. Wait and see.
David **********
Name the source as there is nothing about it except on 2 social media that love to print bullshit
เดแคลน ***********
David Perrelet, there was a Q&A published by the MFA yesterday that detailed this information in the Q&A.
David **********
เดแคลน คอนนอลลี่ send me the link as I cannot find it. In fact the MFA did publish, yesterday, a more bilateral relaxing of rules for the Schengen area.
If half a million claim that bullshit is true, it non the less remains untrue Bullshit.
If half a million claim that bullshit is true, it non the less remains untrue Bullshit.
Jack *******
David Perrelet say you have shit for brains without saying you have shit for brains
Steve *******
David Perrelet Try reading a few Thai newspapers or watching Thai TV news channels
David **********
Steve Greir Name the source of the information! Like others, you can’t name a serious source so your answer is vague based on hearsay. The Thaiger is one for instance and we all know how true and accurate the content of what they print invariably is.
Steve *******
David Perrelet Your comment aged well Numbnut!
Hǝınz ***********
David Perrelet Watch the vid further down.
Ruud **********
David Perrelet it is not bullshit..they inform you and it will happen but nobody can give exact date. Must first publish.
Mats **********
Next month they change to 15 days free Visa!
เดแคลน ***********
Mats Engström, the 60-day visa exemption is going to be reverted to a 30-day visa exemption, and the list of countries that can obtain it has gone from 93 to 56, a few countries were moved/removed from the 15-day visa exemption too. 60 day visa exemption isn't being changed to 15 days.
Shell ********
Mats Engström the 1st June then
Mats **********
Ruud Maenhout It was official yestereday so !
David **********
Ruud Maenhout So name the source of the information
Sujy *********
TVC work with immigration officers. If they are saying that this is happening, it's because they got the heads up as they always do. The only question is if it's gonna be the one time where it's happening right now instead of end of the month.
Garrett ***********
@Sujy ********
it was published in multiple news outlets as well, including the Bangkok post.Activity
33 joined33
people
Related
25Is the tourist visa on arrival for UK citizens still 60 days extendable by 30 days?
1.3k11132mo
If I arrive in Thailand on June 30, when is my 30-day visa valid until?
3.2k1044mo
What is a re-entry permit in Thailand and when do you need one?
2.4k2685mo
What does my friend's visa on arrival stamp for 60 days mean given that his country is listed for only 15 days VOA?
15.6k773038mo
Does the visa exemption limit reset each year in Thailand?
27.3k19637310mo
Will I have any problems entering Thailand on a visa exemption after previously staying for 90 days this year?
1.8k15101y
Is the visa exemption for UK passport holders still 60 days in Thailand?
5.7k58251y
Do I need to complete anything online before arriving in Thailand for a 60-day visa exemption?
9.9k90872y
Can I extend my stay in Thailand for another 30 days after using a border run?
2k14162y
How many times can you enter Thailand using the visa-exempt stamp without being questioned?
13k1091432y
Do Mexican nationals need a visa to travel to Thailand, and what is the process for Visa on Arrival?
2.7k272y
Is the 60-day visa exemption for German citizens the same when entering Thailand by land as it is by air?
5.3k33352y
Has the visa exemption at entry for UK citizens in Thailand been extended to 60 days?
643232y
What is the rule for 2 times visa exemption in Thailand per calendar year?
6.3k45342y
What should I do about my visa situation after being advised to apply for a visa due to multiple entries into Thailand?
3.6k21463y
Can you perform a border run to obtain an additional 30 days in Thailand after extending a visa exemption?
1.4k8103y
What are the Visa on Arrival rules for Germans traveling to Thailand and how does previous stay history affect entry?
2.3k10393y
How long can I stay in Thailand with visa extensions and border hops?
1.1k5114y
What are the rules for extending a 45-day visa exemption in Thailand and how long will it last?
2.7k26104y
Can I extend my visa's stay in Thailand without renewing it to get an extra 15 days?
2.3k16204y
Can a friend extend a tourist visa at Chaengwattana Immigration or do they need to go elsewhere?
906494y
Can I re-enter Thailand on a visa exemption after returning from Prague?
782295y
Can I obtain a COVID extension for my visa exemption in Thailand?
558235y
Can I change from the visa exemption to an ED or Volunteer visa in Thailand?
1.1k776y
Is the 30-day visa exemption for Thailand unlimited when traveling by air?
1.3k5177y
Resources
Need help with your retirement visa?
#1 visa agent · 4,000+ reviews · 100,000+ expats served