Thailand Cuts Visa-Free Stay for Tourists to 30 Days
Thailand has announced a reduction in the visa-free stay period for tourists from 60 countries and territories, including Israel, from 60 days to 30 days. The new regulation will take effect on September 15. Under the revised policy, citizens of the affected nations can enter Thailand without a visa for a maximum of 30 days, a decrease from the current 60-day allowance.
Travelers wishing to extend their stay can apply to the Thai Immigration Bureau for an additional 30 days, subject to approval. The decision also limits entry into Thailand via land border crossings to twice per year under the visa-exempt system. This measure aims to prevent individuals from leaving the country to a neighboring nation and re-entering to renew their visa-free period.
The list of affected countries includes the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Japan, India, and several European nations, in addition to Israel. This change is expected to primarily impact tourists planning extended stays and those who previously relied on border runs to prolong their visits.
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