Thailand's government has revised its immigration rules for foreign nationals: from September 15, 2026, the permitted visa-free stay for tourists from Kazakhstan will be halved, from 60 to 30 days. The Kazakh Embassy in Thailand announced the change, according to infohub.kz.
The Thai Cabinet's decision scraps the previously granted exemption and restores the stricter terms of the bilateral intergovernmental agreement. Under that document, holders of Kazakh national passports may stay in the kingdom without a visa for no more than 30 days from the date of entry.
At the same time, limits on the frequency and length of repeat trips are being updated. A foreigner's total stay in the country must not exceed 90 calendar days within any 180-day period. The measure is aimed at preventing illegal labor migration and the practice of so-called "visa runs" — border hops used to reset the clock on permitted stays.
The Kazakh Embassy in Thailand strongly advises citizens to take the immigration law changes into account when planning vacations, remote work or winter stays.
If a planned stay exceeds the 30-day limit, Kazakhs must obtain the appropriate tourist or long-stay visa in advance through Thailand's official diplomatic missions.
Earlier, on August 3, 2026, Thai authorities promised to significantly step up protection for foreign travelers. The statement followed a high-profile tragedy in which Russian citizens were killed, prompting the Thai government to quickly review safety standards and protocols at the country's main resorts.