THE Thai Immigration Bureau has announced a new regulation that permits tourists to extend their stay in the country by another 30 days, effective August 29.
Under this new ruling, tourists from 49 countries who enter Thailand under the 30-day visa exemption can extend their stay for another 30 days – instead of the former seven days – which allows an effective stay in the country without a visa for up to 60 stays.
Visitors holding the 60-day tourist visa will also be eligible for the 30-day extension.
Tourists who wish to do so must apply at an immigration office in Thailand and pay the 1,900 baht (US$60) visa extension fee, which remains unchanged.
The Bangkok Post reports that the move is designed to boost tourism, and is likely to appeal to travellers seeking to prolong their stay in Thailand and visit other South-east Asia countries.
Earlier this month, Thailand implemented a three-month visa fee waiver for travellers from China and Taiwan.
