Thailand has reduced the length of visa-free stays for tourists from more than 90 countries as part of efforts to address crimes involving foreign nationals visiting the country.
Under Thailand’s current tourism system, travelers from over 90 countries are allowed to stay for up to 60 days without a visa.
Authorities said the visa-free duration will now be determined on a country-by-country basis.
Most foreign nationals will now be granted stays of up to 30 days, while others may only receive 15 days.
The move comes following a series of high-profile arrests involving foreigners in Thailand, including cases related to drug offenses, sex trafficking, and foreign nationals allegedly operating businesses without permits.
This year, Thailand is expecting around 33.5 million tourists, slightly higher than the 33 million visitors recorded last year.
