THAILAND TOURISM ECONOMY

Thailand extends visa stays for visitors to boost tourism

epa11392896 A foreign tourist views golden Buddha statues at Wat Pho temple or Temple of the Reclining Buddha in Bangkok, Thailand, 06 June 2024. The Thai government has approved a series of visa-free entry programs, including visa exemptions for visitors from 93 countries, up from the previous 57 nations, that allow them to stay for 60 days, which is up from the earlier limit of 30 days, and extending longer stays for students, as well as reduced compulsory health insurance for retirees, which will go into effect on 01 June 2024 aimed at boosting the country's tourism industry. Thailand has welcomed 14.9 million foreign visitors since January 2024 and has generated 709 billion baht (19.4 billion US dollars), according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand. EPA/RUNGROJ YONGRIT

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