Thailand plans 450-baht tourist entry fee by mid-2027
Thailand is moving ahead with a 450-baht ($13.38) entry fee for foreign tourists arriving by air, with collection expected no earlier than June or July 2027, according to the Ministry of Tourism and Sports. The National Tourism Policy Committee meets on 12 November to consider the proposal, which would then need Cabinet approval and a 180-day transition period after publication in the Royal Gazette. The ministry is considering adding the fee to airline ticket prices and using part of the revenue for tourist insurance.
What this means for you
- Foreign tourists arriving in Thailand by air would pay a 450-baht entry fee.
- Collection is expected no earlier than June or July 2027, after Cabinet approval and a 180-day transition period.
- The fee may be included in airline ticket prices rather than collected separately.
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