Thailand waives tourist visas for Russia, India, and Taiwan

Thailand is extending a temporary visa exemption for tourists from Russia, India, and Taiwan as part of the government’s quick-win policy to boost tourism during the high season.

From today until 30 April 2024, holders of Russian passports or travel documents will be entitled to a tourist visa exemption for a 90-day stay in Thailand, up from the original 30 days.

For Indian and Taiwanese citizens, they will be granted a temporary visa exemption for a 30-day stay on tourism purpose in Thailand, effective from 10 November 2023 until 10 May 2024.

The latest stimulus visa schemes for tourists from Russia, India and Taiwan followed the temporary tourist visa exemption implemented for tourists from China and Kazakhstan, effective from 25 September 2023 to 29 February 2024.