Thailand Proposes New 450 Baht Tourism Fee

According to a report by Prachachat Business, the Thai Ministry of Tourism and Sports has finalized a proposal to implement a new tourism entry fee, commonly referred to as the 'land entry fee,' set at 450 baht per visit. The government aims to utilize these funds as an off-budget source to drive and support the national tourism sector.

For travelers and residents, this development marks a significant update in the long-discussed entry fee policy. While the ministry has expressed a strong commitment to the initiative, the proposal is not yet finalized. The implementation process remains subject to further procedural requirements, including public hearings and approval from the National Tourism Policy Committee (TTC).

Currently, the earliest projected date for the fee to take effect is April 2027. As the policy moves through these necessary administrative stages, travelers should remain aware that the fee is not currently being collected. Further details regarding the collection mechanism and specific exemptions, if any, are expected to be clarified as the proposal progresses through the required government reviews. Stakeholders are advised to monitor official government announcements for updates on the final status of this regulation.