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Visa-free stays to be cut from 60 to 30 days
Gary Boyle, Published on 12/02/2026
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry insists the government's plan to reduce visa‑free stays from 60 to 30 days should not impact tourism, as most foreign tourists on average stay for less than a month.
Visa changes aim to boost tourism
Gary Boyle, Published on 11/02/2026
» The cabinet on Tuesday endorsed a comprehensive visa package proposed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) to boost tourism, attract long-stay visitors and stimulate the economy.
Anutin readies for coalition talks after election win
Gary Boyle, Published on 09/02/2026
» Caretaker premier Anutin Charnvirakul was preparing for coalition talks Monday after a stunning election victory for his Bhumjaithai Party.
Airports of Thailand wants 53% increase in passenger service charge
Gary Boyle, Published on 03/02/2026
» Airports of Thailand (AOT) plans to raise its passenger service charge on outbound international flights at six main airports by 53%, and believes it will not affect passenger numbers.
Thai bats carry Nipah virus, but danger comes from infected tourists
Gary Boyle, Published on 27/01/2026
» Some Thai fruit bats carry a strong strain of the Nipah virus, but the bigger danger comes from infected people arriving from countries where there is an outbreak of the disease, health authorities said on Monday.
French tourist falls to his death at Koh Samui waterfall
Gary Boyle, Published on 07/01/2026
» A French tourist slipped and fell to his death while taking photographs at a waterfall on Koh Samui.
Afternoon alcohol ban lifted, effective immediately
Gary Boyle, Published on 03/12/2025
» Registered outlets can now sell alcoholic beverages during the previously banned period of 2pm to 5pm, with a one hour extension of time for customers in licensed premises at night to finish their drinks.
PM: No-casino policy to bring Chinese visitors back to Thailand
Gary Boyle, Published on 03/11/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said Chinese President Xi Jinping was pleased with Thailand’s stance against legalising casinos, and the Chinese government will encourage more Chinese tourists to visit the country.
Latest 2025 tax rules for foreign workers in Thailand
Gary Boyle, Published on 10/10/2025
» Foreigners working legally in Thailand face tighter tax regulations as the Thai government moves to align its tax system with international standards.
BBC film shows 'dark side' of Pattaya
Gary Boyle, Published on 16/09/2025
» After a recent BBC documentary focusing on the “dark side” of Thailand, Pattaya tourism operators have urged the government to solve negative issues such as fraud, the decriminalisation of sex workers and regulation of cannabis.