United Kingdom
United States
Asia Pacific
Thailand grants longer tourist visa stays
In an effort to further boost Thailand tourism numbers, the Thai government will offer longer stay tourist visas of up to 60 days for tourists, plus extended stays for postgrad students and remote workers.
Government spokesman Chai Wacharonke said travelers from more countries will be eligible for visas on arrival.
The validity of visas for self-employed remote workers will be extended to five years, with an unbroken stay of up to 180 days.
Also, foreign students can stay in Thailand for an additional year after graduating.
The tourist visas will be available to visitors from 93 countries, up from 57 currently.
The new policy kicks in next month.
Thailand welcomed 14.3 million tourists for the year to date.
In 2019, it welcomed a record 39.9 million arrivals.
Related News Stories: Amazing Thailand – TravelMole Air India fined for safety violations – TravelMole Trip.com’s Explore China campaign touts free flights Florida Keys & Key West – TravelMole Melbourne Airport lost property funds local community fund Redefining Tourism: Rafael Villanueva’s Vision for Nevada’s Future … Norse Atlantic Airways – TravelMole Arival – TravelMole Arival – TravelMole Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) – TravelMole
Related News Stories: Thailand announces longer visa stays to boost economy - TAT ... Thai Visas for Americans - U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Thailand Travel advice and advisories for Thailand LTR Visa Thailand | We Can Help | Apply Now! Visa Exemption and Visa on Arrival to Thailand - Official Website of Thailand Electronic Visa Thailand targets tourism boost with longer stays for visitors, students ... Visas to Japan for U.S. Citizens - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Japan Thailand visa scheme opens door to digital nomads – DW – 08/21 ... Thailand E-Visa | ThaiEmbassy.com
TravelMole Editorial Team
Editor for TravelMole North America and Asia pacific regions. Ray is a highly experienced (15+ years) skilled journalist and editor predominantly in travel, hospitality and lifestyle working with a huge number of major market-leading brands. He has also cover in-depth news, interviews and features in general business, finance, tech and geopolitical issues for a select few major news outlets and publishers.
Mark Jaronski of Explore Georgia on FIFA World Cup 2026
Connecting Small Businesses to Global Tourism Markets: Nate Huff of Tourism Exchange
North Carolina’s Resilience: Wit Tuttell on Recovery and Tourism
Kittipong Prapattong’s Plan for Thailand’s Tourism Growth: Taxes, Visas, and Campaigns
James Jin: Didatravel’s Journey from China to Global Reach and the Impact of AI on Travel
Darien Schaefer on Pensacola’s Evolution: From Small Town to Global Destination
Florida Tourism’s Next Frontier: Dana Young on Expanding Beyond the Classics
Patrick Harrison on Tampa Bay Tourism’s Resilience and Marketing Strategy
Bubba O’Keefe on Clarksdale’s Vibrant Music Scene
Commemorating Elvis and Embracing Tupelo’s Culture with Jennie Bradford Curlee
Craig Ray and the Expansion of the Blues Trail
Presenting Mississippi’s Cultural Trails with Katie Coats
BA suspending all Heathrow to Abu Dhabi flights
Turkish Airlines flight in emergency landing after pilot dies
Unexpected wave rocks cruise ship
Woman dies after going overboard in English Channel
Foreign Office issues travel advisory for winter sun destinations