Thailand extends visa amnesty until 31 October 2020

The Royal Thai Government has extended visa amnesty for foreigners, who cannot leave Thailand due to the country’s COVID-19 control measures, until 31 October 2020.

This makes the fourth extension of the policy, which first took effect from 26 March to 30 April 2020. The second extension was from 1 May until 31 July 2020, and the third extension from 1 August to 26 September 2020.

The Royal Thai Government cited the COVID-19 pandemic remained severe in several countries, and the number of new cases globally continued to rise. International travel restrictions – land, water and air – are still in place in several countries. This affects foreigners stranded in Thailand due to limited international travel.