The Russians explained the new rules of entry into Thailand
ThailandIt reduces the period of visa-free stay for Russians from 60 to 30 days. Those who entered before the end of the day on September 14, 2026, received a stamp according to the old rules - for 60 days. Anyone crossing the border on or after September 15 will receive a 30-day mark, regardless of when the ticket was purchased.
The new rules will primarily affect those who planned to stay in the country for several months, practiced visaranas or have already bought tickets for a long time.
What to do if tickets are 45-60 days old?
You can extend your stay after arrival at the Immigration Bureau of Thailand. They are usually given an additional 30 days. It is not necessary to issue documents in advance, but at the entrance you should have a confirmation of residence and a return ticket.
Options for those who want to stay longer than a month
- Extension through immigration is the method described above.
- Registration of a visa for the purpose of travel: work, study, for long-term residence, etc.
What's changing for Visarans
Visaran - leaving for a neighboring country and returning to extend the visa-free stay - will become less convenient. Across land borders, visa-free entry is now limited to two times per calendar year. There is no formal limit through airports, but frequent trips can raise questions from border guards: the frequency of entry, duration and total time in the country are taken into account.
If the tourist actually lives in Thailand, constantly extending the tourist status, it can attract the attention of the migration authorities. For wintering, remote work and long trips, the expert recommends obtaining a suitable visa in advance.
What to Check Before Traveling
- Validity of the passport
- Availability of a return ticket
- Confirmation of residence
- Financial requirements for entry
These conditions have been in place before, but with the tightening of migration controls, they are especially important for those who have visited the country repeatedly in a short period of time.
Where Thailand's politics are headed
The new restrictions, according to the expert, are part of the course to strengthen control over migration and develop a model of “quality tourism”. Further changes cannot be completely ruled out: Thailand has repeatedly adjusted the conditions for visa-free stay depending on the tourist and migration situation.
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