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  • Thailand NewsThailand to rethink visa-free policy for Chinese citizens: Senate

    Thailand to rethink visa-free policy for Chinese citizens: Senate

    The Senate has urged the Government of Thailand to reconsider its visa-free policy for Chinese citizens, expressing concerns that Thailand may become a centre for criminal activities. Senator Wanchai Ekpornpichit raised these issues during a recent Senate meeting led by Speaker Mongkol Surasajja. Wanchai pointed out that the policy, initially designed to boost tourism, has been misused by criminal groups.…

  • Thailand NewsVisa-free travel: Indonesia opens doors to 13 countries

    Visa-free travel: Indonesia opens doors to 13 countries

    Indonesia is rolling out the red carpet for citizens of 13 countries, with its latest visa-free travel policy set to shake up tourism and economic development. Announced in Presidential Regulation No. 95 of 2024, which was formally ratified on August 29, this groundbreaking move targets 11 of Indonesia’s Asian neighbours, alongside Colombia and Suriname. The lucky 13 nations—Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia,…

  • Thailand NewsVisa-free travel for Indian & Taiwanese visitors extended 6 months

    Visa-free travel for Indian & Taiwanese visitors extended 6 months

    Thai Cabinet extended visa-free travel for Indian and Taiwanese visitors by six months after the former period expires on May 10. The scheme is aimed at boosting Thai tourism and the economy. The Thai government initially introduced the visa-free policy for Indian and Taiwanese tourists in October last year. The measure was active from November 10 last year until this…

  • Thailand NewsThailand offers visa-free travel to Russian visitors for 3 months

    Thailand offers visa-free travel to Russian visitors for 3 months

    Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin today announced that Thailand is offering a visa-free scheme to Russian visitors for three months from May 1 to July 31. PM Srettha held a press conference at Government House at 11.50am, today, April 23, following a Cabinet meeting earlier in the day. In a part of his speech, the 62 year old Thai PM mentioned…