To boost its tourism, Bangkok has devised a leniency that will allow visitors from 93 countries, including Malaysians, to stay longer without a visa.
We can now stay visa-free in Thailand for 6o days, an increase from the previous 30-day rule effective yesterday (June 1). According to the Thailand government spokesman Chai Wacharonke, the Cabinet has approved several visa facilitation measures.
“This includes visa exemptions, expanding the visa-on-arrival lists, and introducing a new visa category.”
Previously, only 57 countries were allowed to stay in Thailand visa-free for 60 days before the number was ramped up to 93.
In the meantime, the list of countries eligible for visa-on-arrival has increased to 31 from 19, as reported by BERNAMA.
For digital nomads seeking remote work and a long-term stay in Thailand, the government is not leaving you behind. The visa validity has been extended from 60 days to 5 years, with each stay up to 180 days.
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Additionally, foreign university students can stay up to 1 year after graduation.
What do you think of this leniency? To those who are travelling to Thailand anytime soon, have you planned your journey?
Also read: M’sians Travelling to Thailand Can Now Get Up to RM133k Insurance Coverage for FREE From Thai Govt
