Thailand reduces visa-free stay duration for tourists from 93 countries
Thailand's cabinet approved on Tuesday reducing visa-free stays from 60 days to a country-by-country basis, with most tourists receiving 30 days or fewer. The change applies to nationals from over 90 countries including the US, UK, and EU nations. Officials cited transnational crime, high-profile arrests of foreigners for drug and sex trafficking offences, and the need to address security concerns and a confusing visa scheme.
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Coverage expands to include crime prevention: Guardian/BBC emphasize permit enforcement and recovery, CNN frames visitor misbehavior crackdowns, while South China Morning Post highlights illegal activities and antisocial behaviour as Thailand tightens visa rules.
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“Fed up with bad behavior, Thailand reduces visa-free length for over 90 countries, including the US”CNN CNN LEFT
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“Badly behaving visitors push Thailand to remove 60-day visa entry” · BBC, South China Morning Post
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