Thailand Abolishes the 60-Day Visa-Free Regime for Foreign Nationals

Thailand is reducing the visa-free stay period for citizens of a number of countries, including the Republic of Kazakhstan, from 60 to 30 days.

The relevant decision of the Cabinet of Thailand will enter into force on 15 September 2026.

Once this provision takes effect, citizens of Kazakhstan will be subject to the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand on Visa Exemption for Holders of National Passports.

Under the Agreement, citizens of Kazakhstan may stay in Thailand visa-free for up to 30 calendar days from the date of entry, provided that the total period of stay does not exceed 90 calendar days within any 180-day period.

In this regard, citizens of Kazakhstan planning to travel to Thailand are advised to take these changes to the immigration regime into account.

If a stay of more than 30 days is required, the appropriate visa should be obtained in advance.