Thailand Cuts Visa-Free Tourist Stays Amid Rising Crime Concerns

Thailand’s government has approved a plan to shorten visa-free visits for tourists from most of the 90+ eligible countries. The stay will drop from the current 60 days to 30 days, with some nationalities limited to just 15 days. Authorities say the move targets crimes involving foreign visitors. Tourists can apply for a one-time extension at immigration offices, but approval will depend on officers’ discretion and valid reasons for the longer stay. The new rules will be rolled out on a country-by-country basis, and an official start date has not yet been announced.

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