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Incoming air passengers face new 450 baht tourist levy from late 2026
Thailand's long-delayed tourist tax for air arrivals has been raised to 450 baht and is expected to start in late 2026 or early 2027. Expats returning by air should be aware of this additional cost once it takes effect.
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Sources
- Thai ExaminerEnd of 2026 or early 2027 for tourist levy which has risen to 450 baht and will apply to incoming air passengers
- The Pattaya NewsTop National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Plan Advances For 450-Baht Tourism Fee for Foreign Visitors, and More
- The ThaigerForeign visitors to pay flat 450 baht tourism fee under new Thailand plan
- The Pattaya NewsThailand Advances Plan For 450-Baht Tourism Fee for Foreign Visitors, Public Hearing to Take Place
- Bangkok PostNew B450 tourism fee expected to be collected from April 2027