Thailand Reduces Visa-Free Tourist Stays to 30 Days
Thailand will shorten its visa-free entry period for tourists from 60 days to 30 days, effective September 15, 2026. The change, announced in the official Thai government gazette, will affect citizens of 60 countries, including Israel, the United States, and most European Union member states. This reverts the policy to a previous 30-day limit, which had been extended to 60 days in 2024.
New arrivals on or after September 15 will be subject to the 30-day limit, while those entering before that date will retain the current 60-day allowance. Tourists can extend their stay by an additional 30 days once by applying to the Thai immigration service and paying a fee, though approval is at the discretion of immigration authorities.
Additionally, travelers must possess an onward ticket out of Thailand within the permitted 30-day period. For those entering via land borders, visa-free entry will be limited to two crossings per calendar year, with exceptions for citizens of certain ASEAN countries. The article also mentions unrelated travel news, including new United Airlines routes, an updated schedule for Rakkevet Israel, and Blue Bird airline flights to Italy.
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