Thailand is initiating a single visa for 6 Southeast Asian countries to simplify travel and boost tourism in the region. Thailand, along with Malaysia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar, is pushing ahead by introducing a single visa modelled on the Schengen zone to simplify travel for tourists and strengthen economic ties in Southeast Asia. In…
The Cabinet has made a significant move by approving a proposal to legalise casino entertainment complexes in Thailand. This decision, which comes after public hearings, marks a potential turning point in the country’s entertainment and tourism industry. The Cabinet has approved the report of the House of Representatives ad hoc committee on legalising entertainment complexes…
The Thai government has reduced the 90-day visa-free stay for Russian citizens to 60 days starting from 1 May, effective from November 2023 Thai Prime Minister Settha Thavisin said following a cabinet meeting that the Thai government has unilaterally adopted a 60-day visa-free regime for Russian citizens, effective 1 May. ‘The Cabinet approved the Ministry…
Thailand is alarmed by a surge in tourist numbers and proposes a 300 baht tourist levy to combat excessive tourism. Fearing an over-tourism problem facing popular tourist destinations, Thailand’s tourism operators are urging the government to consider the kingdom’s capacity seriously. Some are proposing a 300 baht tourist tax in an attempt to tackle the…
Thailand’s Prime Minister has called for a 30-day crackdown on cybercrime, including online gambling and call centre scams. Matichon reports that Thai Prime Minister Settha Thavisin suspended a deputy and the head of the national police who was suspected of involvement in illegal online gambling and ordered the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau to crack down…
Thai police have issued an official warning about ‘Lies Day’ and the stipulated liability for spreading misleading information. The Royal Thai Police has issued an official warning about the international holiday ‘Laughing Day’ and reminded of the responsibility for April Fools’ pranks, calling April 1 ‘Lying Day’, Matichon reports. Police are strictly reminded that spreading…
Thailand’s tax department has reduced levies on alcohol and nightclubs, following a government programme to boost tourism and increase tourist spending. The Excise Department reduced tax rates on alcohol and nightclubs from 23 February to comply with measures approved by Thailand’s cabinet. The Bangkok Post newspaper reported, citing an Excise Department Director General Ekniti Nitithanprapas…
Thailand’s prime minister has unveiled ambitious plans to develop the country as a tourism, medical, agricultural and financial centre. Prime Minister Settha Thavisin has unveiled his own vision to transform Thailand into a sustainable centre for tourism, health and wellness, agriculture, food processing, aviation, logistics, future mobility, financial services and the digital economy. Speaking at…
Thailand’s prime minister has unveiled ambitious plans to develop the country as a tourism, medical, agricultural and financial centre. Prime Minister Settha Thavisin has unveiled his own vision to transform Thailand into a sustainable centre for tourism, health and wellness, agriculture, food processing, aviation, logistics, future mobility, financial services and the digital economy. Speaking at…
Affluent tourists from Europe and Russia have filled resorts in Thailand’s southern provinces, causing accommodation prices to rise, exceeding 2019 levels. Longer stays by European visitors in the first quarter fuelled a surge in accommodation revenue in Thailand’s southern provinces. Room prices set a new record despite a small number of Chinese tourists, the Bangkok…
