No exceptions would be made, it was revealed, and ALL foreigners entering Thailand would have to pay the 300 baht to the airlines. The measure was originally intended to exclude foreigners and persons with work permits who were already residing in Thailand earlier this year. The introduction of the new “tourist tax,” a 300 baht per person arrival levy to fund required insurance coverage, was confirmed last week by the Thai government. Amounting to 11.3 percent of the charge, “limited medical insurance coverage” for foreign visitors with a cap of 500,000 baht for 30 days following their arrival was to be provided as automatic and required insurance coverage. Additionally, the government disclosed last week that an additional 88.7 percent will go to a fund to be used for “international tourism infrastructure in the country,” but it did not specify what that would entail.Many foreigners expressed their displeasure with the new…
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The Department of Health Service Support conducted the online survey to gauge public sentiment regarding the current relaxation of Covid-19 limits in Thailand. The top response given by Thai individuals when questioned about specific locations they do not want to be seen in were entertainment establishments. They advise those who could be susceptible to infection to use home antigen test kits every 3 to 5 days to confirm ongoing negative findings and to stop the spread of the infection as soon as possible if it already exists. A total of 7,507 persons took part in the survey, which was held between June 17 and June 30. Nearly two thirds of those who participated said there were some places where they preferred not to wear masks. For individuals who are still considered high risk, such as the elderly, pregnant, or those with underlying diseases, the government nevertheless recommends wearing masks when…
“In order to request footage, applicants must first file a police report at the district police station where the incident took place. Then, include the camera number, the requested film’s date and time, a copy of your ID card, the police report, and all other relevant information in the request form. Before it is taken down, the video is available for download for seven days. As part of their attempt to improve public safety, the BMA introduced internet channels, which made it easier to request CCTV footage in Bangkok. Make sure you have all the required information and documents, including a police report, a copy of your ID, the ID camera number, the date and time of the incident, and a police report, available when you submit your online application. More than three hours of footage are still available, but you’ll need to contact one of the 13 BMA CCTV…
According to health permanent secretary Kiattiphum Wongrajit, who asserted that the ministry has set a goal to declare Covid-19 an endemic disease, the government has donated molnupiravir to private hospitals in order to treat Covid-19 patients without charge. Additionally, to better treat patients, private hospitals might purchase additional antiviral medications. According to Dr. Kiattiphum, the Department of Medical Services guidelines, which specifies that patients in the yellow group (moderate symptoms) and those with more severe symptoms should receive the antiviral therapy, may one day permit drugstores to administer molnupirvir. “The meeting gave Dr. Thongchai Keeratihatthayakon, deputy permanent secretary of health, and Dr. Thares Krasanaiyarawiwong, director-general of the Department of Health Service Support, the task of creating the framework for private clinics [to obtain molnupiravir]. The Government Pharmaceutical Organization will buy more of the medication. The Public Health Ministry plans to allow private clinics to purchase and dispense the antiviral medication…
The traditional meal Tom yam kung has received accolades, as has Bangkok for its cuisine and allure to tourists. They declared with pride on Thursday that the kingdom had earned positive reviews in more than 14 different categories and surveys. As top holiday destinations for tourists and digital nomads, Koh Samui, Phuket, and Koh Pha Ngan were also praised. According to the most recent data from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Thailand has recently garnered multiple awards and top rankings. The country has been praised for its tourism, livability, happiness, Covid-19 reaction, safety, and other aspects throughout the past year. The following are a few honors or rankings that have so far highlighted Thailand generally or a specific area in 2021 and 2022: Koh Pha Ngan is recognized as the finest island for vacations by global insurance giant William Russell, while Koh Samui and Phuket are the third- and fourth-best…
There are no exceptions, not even your diplomatic status or employment authorization. The plan would be implemented in Q4 of 2022 and take the form of a 300 Baht fee that would be added to your inbound airfare. The governor of Thailand’s Tourism Authority announced that a portion of the expense will “be used to take care of tourists” because there have been occasions where travelers’ health insurance has not covered them. Entry and exit fees, though historically charged in Thailand, really have a negligible long-term effect on the number of persons using the turnstiles. However, because of its “poor timing” and the fact that it will be used as a kind of required insurance for up to 30 days, the new entry fee is already generating headlines in Thailand. Is Thailand the only country in the world to impose a tourism tax at the moment? There are still a…
The TAT and the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand have joined forces to create the new Amazing Dark Sky Thailand program, which aims to entice tourists who enjoy gazing up at the night sky. An open space where the sky above could be observed without too much light pollution and where major celestial objects could be seen with the unassisted eye was required for a black sky conservation area. The locations are spread out over the kingdom’s five main geographic regions. The TAT governor characterized the initiatives as a cutting-edge tourist draw that will lure tourists to travel to various regions of the country. The selected dark sky conservation areas, according to NARIT’s implementing director, are locations with tourist services, but with wide open spaces and no artificial light pollution, permitting astronomical observation without the use of telescopes or other equipment. This is carried out in support of the…
If there is a chance that China’s dominance in the region could restrict Thailand’s freedoms or its interactions with other countries, then a Beijing-centered southeast Asian economy could not necessarily be good for Thailand.On July 6, the Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and Minister of Foreign Affairs Don Pramudwinai in Bangkok. The “Thailand – Laos – China Connectivity Development Corridor” was one of the meeting’s topics. The railway to Nong Khai would be finished by 2028, according to Thailand’s announcement the next day. The 2028 declaration from Thailand has drawn criticism for being purely political and lacking any technical foundation whatsoever. Only 5% of the project has been completed since it began several years ago. Experts predict that at this pace, the project won’t be finished for decades. Others believe it to be a last-ditch effort to rally support for PM Prayut’s alliance…
If the locals followed the Ministry of Public Health’s guidelines for pandemic prevention, the government claims that the number of cases in November would significantly decline. 5 fatalities and 1,406 new cases were reported today, according to Bangkok’s Public Relations Office. Ratchathewi, the capital’s patient-heavy district, has 115 patients. Bang Khae and Nong Chok districts, which will house new field hospitals and isolation centers, are also listed among the top 10. The governor emphasized that there are still open hospital beds in the city and that only 20% of the field hospitals in Bangkok are full. The field hospitals, according to Chadchart, who also noted that home isolation is still preferable, would be a choice for Covid patients who desired to keep themselves apart from seniors or family members in the sensitive group categories. According to today’s media sources, Bangkok has seen a rise in new coronavirus infections. The launching…
For residences costing more than 3 million baht, the government plans to lower transfer and financing fees to 0.01 percent as an added incentive. The new long-term resident visa will accept applications starting on September 1, according to a statement from Thailand’s Board of Investment. According to the BOI, the new LTR visas will “make long-term stay in Thailand easier and less onerous.” In comparison to other nations, he claimed that Thailand’s real estate prices are “not exorbitant” and that the plan will contribute in the restoration of the economy. The plan will now be presented to the Cabinet for evaluation and approval, according to Nipon Boonyamanee, the deputy interior minister. The Thai government recently began offering a number of lengthy (10-year) visas, and there is currently a plan to permit foreign ownership of land, albeit with a high entry cost. The Thai Interior Ministry is working on a scheme…