Thailand Plans $13 Entry Fee for Foreign Tourists

The Thai government announced that a $13.60 (450 baht) entry fee for all foreign visitors has been approved by the National Tourism Policy Committee.

Vahdet Ayaz

20 August 2026 at 12:52·1 min read

Thailand Plans $13 Entry Fee for Foreign Tourists

According to the announcement, foreign visitors entering the country will be required to pay a $13.60 (450 baht) fee. Thailand’s Government Public Relations Department said the proposal was approved by the National Tourism Policy Committee and will undergo a 30-day public consultation before being submitted to the Cabinet.

If approved by the Cabinet, the measure is expected to take effect in 2027. Thai media reported that the fee will initially apply to foreign visitors arriving by air.

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