Extension of visa-free stay in Thailand for citizens of Germany and other countries

06.08.2024
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In August 2024, new information was provided on visa-free entry to Thailand.


From July 2024, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has made significant changes to the country's visa policy, extending the visa-free stay for tourists and business travellers from 93 countries from 30 to 60 days, including Germany. In addition, from August 2024, foreign nationals will be able to extend their stay in the country for a further 30 days.The extension request must be submitted to Thai immigration.

In addition to Germany, 92 other countries can take advantage of this benefit. These include:
Albania
Andorra
Australia
Austria
Bahrain
Belgium
Bhutan
Brazil
Brunei
Bulgaria
Cambodia
Canada
China
Colombia
Croatia
Cuba
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Estonia
Fiji
Finland
France
Georgia
Germany
Greece
Guatemala
Hong Kong
Hungary
Iceland
India
Indonesia
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kosovo
Kuwait
Laos
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macao
Malaysia
Maldives
Malta
Mauritius
Mexico
Monaco
Mongolia
Morocco
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Oman
Panama
Papua New Guinea
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Qatar
Romania
Russia
San Marino
Saudi Arabia
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
South Korea
Spain
Sri Lanka
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Turkey
Ukraine
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
United States of America
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Viet Nam

The changes in visa policy are an integral part of Thailand's strategy to attract more tourists and business travellers and to increase the length of their stay in the country. These steps are intended to have a favourable impact on the economy and promote the development of tourism infrastructure, which in turn will create further opportunities for growth and prosperity in the industry.

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