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Siam Legal International Advises Foreign Nationals as Thailand Reviews Short-Term Entry Policies

Thailand is reviewing visa-free stay policies, potentially reducing eligible durations from 60 days to 30 days to distinguish between genuine tourism and long-term residence.
Authorities are increasing scrutiny on foreign nationals using repeated short-term entries as substitutes for long-term arrangements, following concerns about individuals remaining in the country through border runs.
Siam Legal International advises travelers to reassess plans, noting past entry patterns may no longer be accepted; Rex Baay, Senior Immigration Consultant and Operations Manager, stated a 30-day stay remains sufficient for most holidaymakers.
Immigration officers now assess travel history, financial ability, and purpose to ensure alignment with visa permissions, while the country renews attention on a proposed 300-baht tourism fee for international arrivals.
Foreign nationals seeking extended stays should explore structured options like retirement, investment, or business visas, as properly planned applications provide a more stable legal basis for living in Thailand than informal strategies.

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