Published: 14.09.2026
From 15 September 2026, Thailand will introduce a revised entry framework, including visa-free tourist stays of up to 30 days and narrower eligibility for visas on arrival. Some nationals who previously used visa-free entry will need to obtain a visa before travel, while certain bilateral arrangements will remain in force.
According to the sources, from 15 September 2026 Thailand will replace the previous 60-day visa-exemption framework with a new entry structure and a shorter standard visa-free tourist stay for relevant nationalities. Travelers will need to recheck the entry category linked to their nationality before booking and obtain a visa in advance if their former visa-free access is removed. The change primarily affects tourists, employees planning business travel, and people relying on repeated entry for longer stays. It is worth monitoring for anyone traveling after the effective date or around the transition period, while separate bilateral arrangements may preserve different stay periods.