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VISA REGULATIONS IN THAILAND
As Thailand cracks down on foreigners, a tourist paradise reconsiders its welcomeThailand is facing a growing backlash against foreign influence in its tourist hotspots, particularly southern islands such as Koh Phangan,...
Hidden cost of travel: Visa fees, card markups, optional tours and tips that can add 25-40% to budget; here's how to plan for themMany travelers fail to account for hidden costs while planning international journeys, often only considering major expenses. These overloo...
No easy entry for India Inc in China as Beijing tightens business visa rulesIndian companies face significant challenges securing Chinese business visas. Many firms are now relocating crucial executive meetings to o...
Oman makes short trips easier with free 14-day tourist visaOman has introduced a free 14-day tourist visa for citizens of selected countries under new regulations aimed at boosting tourism. The visa...
Passport a document to regulate departure of Indian citizens from country: MEAThe Ministry of External Affairs clarified the passport's function on Tuesday. It stated the document regulates departure and is not proof ...
Thailand introduces new alcohol restrictions: What tourists should knowThailand has enacted eight new rules on alcohol sales and consumption. These regulations now apply to public areas, transport facilities, a...
Thailand plans stricter visa rules across categories; may scrap 60-day visa-free stay for touristsThailand is set to tighten visa rules for foreign visitors, reviewing all major categories to prioritize tourist "quality" over quantity. T...
Visiting Thailand? Here’s how to complete the compulsory digital arrival cardThailand now requires all foreign visitors to complete a digital arrival card online before entering. This new Thailand Digital Arrival Car...
Thailand reviews visa-free entry system over compliance gapsThailand is reviewing its visa-free entry for tourists from over 90 countries due to compliance gaps and misuse of entry rules. The governm...
Thailand steps up scrutiny of foreigners making back-to-back visa-free visitsThailand's Immigration Bureau is cracking down on repeated visa-free entries, often called "visa runs," to prevent foreigners from overstay...
Thailand tightens tourist visa rules to curb criminal activityThailand is implementing stricter checks on foreigners making frequent visa runs to curb misuse of visa-free stays and criminal activity. I...
Thailand to reduce visa-free stay for foreign tourists to 30 daysThailand plans to reduce visa-free stays for tourists from 60 days to 30 days to tackle illegal business activities. This change, affecting...
Southeast Asia woos Indian travellers with more flights, easier visa normsSoutheast Asian countries like Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam are enhancing their efforts to attract Indian tourists by increasing flight...
Major policy and regulation changes effective from January 1, 2025In 2025, significant changes will impact various sectors. GST compliance modifications, including mandatory MFA and 180-day E-Way Bill rest...
MEA issues warning for Indians against fake job offers in Cambodia and LaosThe Ministry of External Affairs issued an advisory to Indian nationals about fraudulent job offers and fake agents in Cambodia and Southea...
Iran scraps visa requirement for Indian tourists. But there's a catchIran has removed visa requirements for Indian citizens, but with certain conditions. They can enter Iran without a visa once every six mont...
Thailand extends nightlife hours in latest effort to boost tourismThailand has also waived visa requirements for travelers from India. This policy, effective from next month and extending until May 2024, a...
MEA raises issue of violations of visa and lockdown by Tablighis with EmbassiesMore than 1,300 Tablighi workers from Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand are put under quarantine and are likely to face action f...
Tougher penalties for people who overstay visas in ThailandImmigration chief Gen Nathathorn Prousoontorn said this was a part of the bureau's "Good guys in, bad guys out" operation aimed at catching...
Tourists from 49 nations get extended visa in ThailandThe measure will appeal to foreign travellers who want to prolong their stay in Thailand and visit other Southeast Asian countries, Vorarat...