News Forum - Visa-free travel policies boost global tourism and economy

[Thaiger]

Countries worldwide are recognising the importance of travel freedom in bolstering their economies and accelerating the recovery post-pandemic. As tourism and trade flourish without border restrictions, governments are implementing strategies to enhance their tourism competitiveness, such as visa-free travel policies and the digitalisation of pre-travel processes. Prominent countries like China and India, with their vast … …

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[BJoe]

Thailand needs to not only liberalize its visa entry program, but also extend its length from 30 to at least 60 days for tourists who travel far distances at greater travel expense.  This not only encourages long stay spending, but also eliminates the pain-in-the-butt visa extensions that waste at least half a day in Bangkok.