Thailand has changed visa-free entry rules: reduction from 60 to 30 days and mandatory
Starting September 15, 2026, Thailand changed its visa regulations, abolishing the previously active 60-day visa-free regime.
Information verified against official sources on 14 October 2026.
Starting September 15, 2026, Thailand changed its visa rules, abolishing the previously active 60-day visa-free regime. Now, citizens of 60 countries and territories can enter visa-free for tourism and stay for up to 30 days, with the possibility of a single extension for another 30 days. Visa on Arrival (VoA) is now only available to citizens of Azerbaijan, Belarus, and Serbia for a stay of up to 15 days. In addition, for all foreign visitors, the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is mandatory, which must be completed online within 72 hours before the flight.2026-10-13
Source: Vertexaisearch
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Last verified: 14.10.2026
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