Thailand welcomes 13.4m foreign tourists as weekly arrivals rise 10.95%
TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026
Thailand recorded 13.43 million foreign tourist arrivals from January 1 to May 24, 2026, generating THB653.99 billion, while weekly arrivals rebounded on holiday travel and stronger flight connectivity.
Thailand plans mandatory health insurance for tourists to close treatment cost gap
FRIDAY, MAY 01, 2026
Thailand is considering compulsory health insurance for tourists as the government seeks to reduce unpaid medical bills and strengthen health security for foreign visitors.
Foreign arrivals to Thailand pass 11 million in 2026, led by China and Malaysia
TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 2026
Thailand welcomed 11.36 million foreign tourists from January 1-April 26, 2026, down 3.40% year-on-year, generating about THB555.6bn, the Tourism Ministry said.
Thailand moves to end 60-day visa-free stays to screen out unwanted visitors
THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026
Thailand is reviewing its 60-day visa-free entry scheme and preparing domestic tourism stimulus measures, as the government shifts its focus towards higher-quality and longer-stay travellers.
Thai Tourism Braces for Turbulence Amid Middle East Crisis
SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2026
As Middle East tensions disrupt global flight paths and surge fuel costs, Thai industry leaders slash arrival forecasts and demand a freeze on entry fees
Songkran lifts Thailand tourism as short-haul arrivals rebound
TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026
Thailand welcomed 10.36 million foreign tourists from January 1 to April 12, with Songkran driving a sharp weekly rebound in short-haul arrivals led by China and Malaysia.