Thailand has announced an extension of the visa-free period for Malaysians and visitors from 92 other countries to 60 days, in a bid to boost tourism.
Previously, only 30 days were allowed.
Malaysia is among the countries benefiting from the new 60-day visa-free policy, along with Vietnam, Indonesia, Brunei, and the Philippines.
According to FMT, Government spokesman Chai Wacharonke highlighted that the cabinet approved several measures to stimulate tourism, including visa exemptions, expanding the visa-on-arrival list, and introducing new visa categories.
Effective immediately, tourists from 93 countries can enjoy a 60-day visa-free stay, up from the previous 57 countries.
Additionally, the number of countries eligible for visa-on-arrival has increased from 19 to 31, he said.
For digital nomads seeking long-term stays and remote work, Thailand has extended visa validity from 60 days to five years, allowing each stay to last up to 180 days.
Other measures include permitting foreign university students to stay for one year post-graduation and relaxing insurance requirements for long-term foreign retirees.
