Thailand's revised framework took effect on 15 September 2026. The previous 60-day tourist visa-exemption scheme was revoked and replaced by updated 30-day and 15-day lists, a much smaller Visa on Arrival list, and separate bilateral arrangements.
What changed?
- The 60-day exemption for 93 countries and territories ended.
- A 30-day tourism exemption now covers 60 countries and territories.
- Mauritius and Seychelles receive a 15-day tourism exemption.
- Visa on Arrival is now limited to Azerbaijan, Belarus, and Serbia.
- Separate bilateral agreements continue to set 14-, 30-, or 90-day stays for some passports.
If you entered before 15 September 2026 under the earlier scheme, the official announcement says you may stay until the permission stamped in your passport expires.
Source check: verified 15 September 2026 against Thai government and Royal Thai Embassy publications.: Policy announcement ↗ · Detailed official list ↗
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