Thailand plans $13.5 tourist fee in 2027

Thai authorities plan to introduce an increased fee for foreign tourists in the amount of 450 baht (about $13.5). This writes The Nation with reference to the draft initiative.

Initially, the government planned to introduce a payment of 300 baht ($9) for those arriving in the country and 150 baht ($4.5) for those entering by land and sea. Authorities are now discussing the introduction of a single fee of 450 baht for travelers, regardless of how they enter the country.

First, the fee will be charged to tourists arriving in Thailand by plane. Then the mechanism will be extended to those who cross the border by land or water. The tax on air passengers alone can bring over 12 billion baht (about $360 million) to the country’s Tourism Development Fund, the authors of the initiative believe. After the full launch of the mechanism — up to 15 billion baht ($450 million).

“The funds raised will be used to modernize Thailand’s tourism infrastructure and improve safety standards, which will help the sector develop without relying entirely on the state budget,” the ministry said.

They plan to start charging from the first quarter of 2027. So far, this project is undergoing public discussion, which will end on September 28. The document will then be reviewed by the National Committee on Tourism Policy and the government.

Earlier, Thailand reduced the visa-free stay to 30 days for tourists from 60 countries, including Russia. The new rules allow one-time extension of stay for another 30 days. To do this, you need to contact the immigration service of Thailand and pay a fee of $58.