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Thailand postpones the deployment of the 1st phase of its ETA

Thailand had originally planned to introduce its Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system in December 2024. However, the Thai government recently announced a postponement of this implementation via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday. No new launch date According to an official statement from the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the date ... Read the article

Thailand: Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) coming soon

Thailand, known for its breathtaking scenery, rich culture and legendary hospitality, recently embarked on an ambitious project to modernize and tighten control of travelers entering its territory without a visa. Since July 2024, new rules have been in force, redefining entry conditions and profoundly altering the landscape of ... Read the article

Thailand: Air tax finally abandoned

Repeatedly postponed: the Thai government recently decided to abandon the proposed 300 baht (approx. 8 euros) tourist tax for international air travellers. The decision is aimed at encouraging tourism and increasing visitor spending in the country. The original proposal, which had caused concern among travelers, ... Read the article

Thailand only allows visa exemption twice per calendar year

When planning a trip to Thailand, understanding the rules surrounding visa exemptions and visas on arrival can greatly simplify your preparation. Whether you are traveling for tourism or short-term business purposes, certain nationalities are granted exemptions that will facilitate your entry into this vibrant and culturally rich country.

Cambodia / Thailand: A common visa soon?

Cambodia and Thailand are working together to set up a joint visa scheme to encourage tourism between the two countries. The project also aims to include other Southeast Asian countries, to facilitate tourist travel within this dynamic region of cultural and natural riches.

Thailand: Thapanee Kiartphaiboon takes the reins at TAT

On September 1, Thailand welcomed a new governor for its tourism sector. Ms. Thapanee Kiartphaiboon succeeds Yuthasak Supasorn, whose term of office had expired. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is the official government body that manages all tourism-related activities in Thailand, including the promotion of the country ... Read the article

Thai visa: 2 documents no longer required

Thailand, a popular destination for travelers from all over the world, has recently taken steps to facilitate access to its territory. These changes, which range from simplifying visa procedures to optimizing issuance times, reflect the country's ambition to strengthen its tourism sector.

Thailand: tourist tax postponed again

Thailand has agreed to postpone the application of the Thailand Tourism Fee (TTF) until September 2023. In a previous article, we spoke of a June 2023 implementation date. This is the second time the Thai government has postponed this decision.

Asia's 7 hottest destinations for 2023

Many Asian countries had closed their borders in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. They were rather cautious about reopening international flights to tourists. Now that the pandemic has stabilized, the tourism industry is looking to the future, and not hesitating to take steps to welcome back international travelers ... Read the article

Top 10 nationalities visiting Thailand in 2022

Mr. Yuthasak Supasorn, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), revealed that according to the statistics of foreign tourists entering Thailand throughout 2022, from January 1 to December 31, it was found that there were 11,818,727 people, higher than the target of 10 million people that ... Read the article