Against a regional backdrop marked by persistent tensions between Cambodia and Thailand, the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in France has issued a travel advisory. The statement warns of certain difficulties encountered during air transit through Bangkok, while urging travelers to exercise caution and carefully plan their travel itineraries.
Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports and the Department of Consular Affairs have confirmed the launch of consultations on the 60-day visa exemption policy, which has been in effect since July 2024. No decision has been made yet, but a return to a shorter stay period for certain travelers is now officially under consideration.
While the border situation remains relatively stable, temporary restrictions are still in effect for travelers holding an e-Visa who wish to enter Cambodia from Thailand.
After dropping this requirement in 2023, Thailand has reinstated the need to show proof of financial means for tourist visa applicants. As of May 2025, individuals applying for a tourist visa to Thailand must once again provide evidence of sufficient financial resources. This requirement was originally removed in November 2023
Thailand is moving away from the paper TM6 form. Starting May 1, 2025, all foreign travelers will be required to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), within 72 hours before entering the country. No more paper, now it’s digital. Starting May 1, 2025, all foreign travelers entering Thailand will
A measure under discussion, but nothing definite. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms that no changes have yet been made to the possible reduction of visa-free stays in Thailand from 60 to 30 days. A review is certainly underway, but as part of the usual procedure. While the possibility of
After extending visa-free stays to 60 days to attract tourists, Thailand may be backtracking. The reason? Abuses reported by the authorities. A measure yet to be confirmed, but one that could impact many travelers. Thailand may soon reverse one of the key measures in its relaxation of entry requirements for
From May 1, 2025, Thailand will adopt a new digital immigration system: the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC). This system will replace the paper TM6 form, with the aim of simplifying entry procedures for foreign travelers. Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports today confirmed the preparation of a forthcoming online
Thailand fully adopts e-Visa from January 2025, making the visa application process simpler, faster and more accessible for foreign travelers. Thailand takes a significant step in modernizing its entry procedures by expanding its electronic visa system (e-Visa) worldwide. From 1ᵉʳ January 2025, foreign nationals from all over the world will
Thailand embassies and consulates general in 39 countries now offer electronic visa (e-Visa) issuance. Thailand has just announced the expansion of its electronic visa (e-Visa) program, which is now available at 59 Thai embassies and consulates-general around the world. The move aims to simplify and streamline the visa application process
The Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for visa-exempt travelers will be “an important tool for screening and tracking the movement of foreigners entering Thailand”. Since July 15, 2024, tourists and business travelers from 93 countries can stay up to 60 days visa-free in Thailand. This period can be extended by a
The Tourism Authority of Thailand confirms that travelers with a 60-day visa exemption can extend their stay by an additional 30 days. Since July 15, 2024, tourists and business travelers from 93 countries benefit from a 60-day visa exemption in Thailand, up from the previous 30 days. The major question
