Visa exemption approved for India and Taiwan

The Thai cabinet approved a new policy that allows Indian and Taiwanese tourists to enter Thailand for 30 days without a visa.

‌Key Points:

• The Ministry of Interior published the official announcement in The Royal Gazette on Nov. 9
• The new policy will be in effect from Nov. 10, 2023, to May 10, 2024.
• The Immigration Bureau stated that visa holders are allowed an extension for an additional 30 days and can convert to a nonimmigrant B visa for work authorization if desired.

BAL Analysis: The new policy is part of a wider government effort to boost tourism during the high season. BAL will continue following this matter and will provide more information as it becomes available.

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