Published on
19/05/2026 - 13:40 GMT+2
Thailand is tightening its tourist rules, apparently after a string of high-profile crimes involving foreign nationals.
Officials are planning to slash visa-free stays for millions of travellers, a move which could see holidaymakers from more than 90 countries, including across Europe, limited to just 30 days in the country instead of the current 60.
While tourism is crucial for the stability of the country’s economy, there have been frequent reports of arrests of foreigners linked to drug offences and sex trafficking, as well as non-residents opening businesses without appropriate permits.
