Thailand expands visa-free status to 93 nations to boost tourism


BANGKOK: Thailand will allow visa-free entry for people from 93 countries and territories starting July 15, an increase from the current 57 regions, with visitors allowed to stay for up to 60 days, according to the Ministry of Interior.

People from qualified nations will be welcome as tourists or for short-term business purposes, ministry spokeswoman Traisuree Taisaranakul said in a statement. Also, the number of territories eligible for a visa on arrival will increase to 31, from 19, she said, noting that the rules must be published in the Royal Gazette before they go into effect.

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