All countries welcome – Thailand open for business
Come one, come all. You’re all welcome back. In response to the dismally low take-up of the Special Tourist Visa, the Thai government has U-turned on a stipulation that only those from “low-risk” countries can apply to re-enter the Kingdom.
The special tourist visa is now available to all, regardless of the Covid-19 situation in their country. But, before you get too excited, all arrivals will still have to subject themselves to the mandatory 14 day quarantine, at your cost.
Since the STV was launched, only 825 visitors from 29 countries have applied, and just 6 foreign-registered yachts availing of the visa.
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