@Greg *******

Ah, stop! That’s just a rumor! It’s all over the news, confirmed by the government, but no, it’s still a rumor! Mass, uncontrolled long-term tourists bring tons of cash according to my own database. 🤣

@Daniel *******

You haven't been here long enough… Thailand changes its policies quickly, considering many factors such as foreigner-related crime, Airbnbs, and visa money. People often believe they are bringing in a lot of money to the economy, but that’s not necessarily the case. Never say never in Thailand.

@Richard *******

It will not impact you. Worst case scenario you get 30 days and do an extension to cover the 6 weeks.

@Henrik ****

That's a BangkokPost rumor then… Not 100% confirmed, but when it's in the newspaper with the Tourism and Sports Minister stating that the parties have discussed the topic and will confirm details later, it's a little more than just a rumor. That becomes a possibility.

@Greg *******

Yep, same here. But people always go for the easiest option, thinking they can trick the tricky system. 😂

@Chris ********

It could have an impact, as the rules may become stricter to prevent these people from switching to it instead. The DTV is far too easy and cheap not to become a real alternative for them. However, that’s not necessarily a negative for those who behave and meet the requirements...

@Sam *****

Yep, you're right. That's the issue of the DTV: too easy, too cheap, 5-years... Perfect alternative. 😢

@Peter *******

For now, you may be lucky and simply receive a warning to obtain a visa before being granted entry. However, all the recent developments (30-day limits, DTV, TM requirements, and the potential ETA) are not in favor of those relying on repeated exemptions. I don't think 15 + 15 is an issue though. That's for the ones doing 60 days + extension + border run and back.

Anonymous participant 589 Right, I don’t think the DTV will disappear, but the rules will likely become strict enough to ensure some extra revenue, as it currently brings almost nothing (aside from the rare extension fees or special lane access). The shift from other visas to the DTV is definitely having an impact as well.

Anonymous participant 589 Agree. As you say, they now tell people to go for a DTV... Then what's next? Nothing to get from a normal trip out/in. They could be very imaginative when it comes to make some extra money.