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Why are rules changing?

Thailand is adjusting its visa policies to tackle issues like foreign nationals committing offences and the misuse of its existing visa arrangements. By shortening visa-free periods for some and extending them for others, they aim to better manage who enters and stays in the country.

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Thailand halves visa-free stays to 30 days for 60 countries from September 15

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