BANGKOK – If you are planning a trip to Thailand, your arrival is about to get much smoother. Thailand’s Immigration Bureau has officially launched a massive digital upgrade to its border entry process. They have released a brand-new mobile app called the Thailand Immigration Management System, or THIM. This clever new tool is designed to […]

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BANGKOK - Starting on June 20, 2026, the Airports of Thailand (AOT) will raise the international departure fee from 730 to 1,120 baht at six major airports across the country to cover growing operating costs and fund future developments.

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Chinese tourists in Phuket are staying longer around Lunar New Year , according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Phuket office.

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