On 7 May 2024, the Royal Thai Government has approved the extension of the temporary tourist visa exemption scheme for holders of ordinary passports (or travel document holders) of India and Taiwan to enter and stay within the Kingdom of Thailand for a period not exceeding 30 days. The scheme is a continuation of the scheme imposed from 10 November 2023 – 10 May 2024 and will be effective from 11 May to 11 November 2024. This measure is in accordance with the government’s policy to boost tourism by facilitating tourists from India and Taiwan for travelling to Thailand during the said period.