{"id":7023534,"date":"2026-05-20T11:03:21","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T09:03:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visamundi.co\/?p=7023534"},"modified":"2026-05-20T11:03:25","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T09:03:25","slug":"visa-waiver-for-thailand-back-to-30-days-confirmed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.visamundi.co\/en\/blog\/exemption-de-visa-pour-la-thailande-le-retour-aux-30-jours-confirme\/","title":{"rendered":"Visa exemption for Thailand: the return to 30 days confirmed"},"content":{"rendered":"

Thailand is once again adjusting its migration policy. After expanding its visa waiver program to 60 days in July 2024 for 93 nationalities, the Thai government has confirmed the imminent return to a 30-day exemption<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A press conference<\/a> was organized on May 19, 2026, by Thai immigration leaders on the introduction of this new measure in the near future. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Publication of the Thai newspaper, Bangkok Post<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

End of the 60-day visa-free period: What exactly happens?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since the summer of 2024, nationals of 93 countries (including almost all of Europe, the Americas, as well as many African and Asian nations) have enjoyed an unprecedented ease of entry: 60 days on Thai territory simply by presenting their passport on arrival.
However, the Thai Ministry of Tourism and Sports has just announced the end of this measure. The length of stay authorized under this scheme will be halved<\/strong>, This is a return to the historical standard of 30 days. Although the exact date of entry into force has not been announced, the measure has been taken note of by the authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udca1 Our agency's advice:<\/strong> In this period of transition, we recommend that all our customers planning a trip of more than a month secure their entry by applying for a classic Tourist Visa (E-Visa) in advance, to avoid any unpleasant surprises on boarding or in the presence of immigration officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before \/ After : Concrete changes for you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Criteria<\/strong><\/td>Situation from July 2024 to today<\/strong><\/td>New regulations (Coming soon)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Exemption period<\/td>60 days<\/td>30 days \u26a0\ufe0f<\/td><\/tr>
Eligible nationalities<\/td>93 countries<\/td>93 countries (no change)<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
On-site extension<\/td>+ 30 days (local immigration)<\/td>+ 30 days (local immigration)<\/td><\/tr>
Maximum duration (without visa)<\/td>90 days in total<\/td>60 days total (30 initial + 30 extension)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Why is Thailand, which is constantly seeking to boost its attractiveness, going backwards? Two major structural factors have been identified:
Combating the underground economy and illegal employment:<\/strong> The 60-day time limit has been widely abused. Numerous foreign tourism operators, using \u201cnominee\u201d companies, have exploited this loophole to operate illegally in the country. In this way, they avoid paying taxes and compete unfairly with local businesses.
A measure disproportionate to the reality of tourism:<\/strong> The statistics are clear. The majority of long-haul travellers spend between 14 and 21 days in Thailand. Regional travelers spend an average of one week. The administrative maintenance of a massive flow of 60-day exemptions was therefore no longer justified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since the beginning of 2026, the authorities have been discussing this measure and towards a end of 60-day visa waiver.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

International travelers: What are your options now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our agency accompanies travelers from all over the world on a daily basis. Is your nationality one of the 93 exempted countries? Here are your solutions if your stay exceeds 30 days:<\/p>\n\n\n\n