Emergency decree extended until October 31, new special tourist visas approved

The government will extend the state of emergency through October and approve special tourist visas starting next month after a six-month gap, say ministers.

On questions regarding repatriation and chartered flight from Bangkok to Manila

For the record, PinoyThaiyo is the first Filipino community group that formally met with Embassy officials and pushed for assistance for Filipinos affected by COVID-19.

Thai gov’t plans to shorten quarantine to 7 days

A seven-day quarantine for foreign tourists can be put into effect in November if the first batch of inbound tourists in October is clear of coronavirus infections, says the Tourism and Sports Ministry.

Thailand-based OFW Francisco Ramos Garcia, 54 passes away

PinoyThaiyo expresses our deepest condolences to the bereaved family and friends of kabayan Francis.

Visa amnesty ends on Saturday, Immigration warns tourists for visa renewal

The Immigration Bureau has indicated that more than 150,000 foreign nationals need to have their tourist visas renewed by September 26th or face overstay charges. Immigration Bureau Deputy Spokesperson Police Colonel Pakpong Sai-ubol warned that overstaying one’s tourist visa is punishable by both a jail term and fine under the Immigration Act, adding that offenders […]

New law says online sellers must reveal prices, ‘PM sent’ not allowed

Online vendors who refuse to display the prices of products on their pages and only reveal them to potential buyers in private messages will in future face hefty penalties, according to a new consumer protection law.

Autumn arrives in Thailand

Thailand welcomed the Autumnal Equinox on Tuesday, September 22 when the sun was directly above the equator and made the day’s daylight hours and night of almost the same length.

Free Rides on the BTS Para Sa Mga Padyakers

On Tuesday, September 22, 2020, the Bangkok Skytrain System (BTS) is offering free rides on the Sukhumvit and Silom lines for whoever brings along a bike to the train in celebration of the Bangkok Car Free Day. Foldable bikes are free to use all throughout the day, however regular bikes are allowed from 6:00 to […]

Tourists to face arrest, jail for overstaying warns Immigration spokesman

Pol Col Pakpong said tourists will be arrested and face legal action.

UPDATE: 7th Special Chartered Flight on September 23 with Philippine Airlines

The 7th Special Chartered Flight tentatively scheduled on September 26 has been moved to September 23, 2020 (Wednesday) in partnership with Philippine Airlines.

Thousands expected at student-led rally on September 19-20

Observers predict the rally could attract up to 100,000 participants, making it the largest protest since the 2014 coup.

Link to request for Embassy letter for visa extension

Thai immigration officers make the final decision on visa or extension of stay applications. It is up to the visa applicant to prove why she or he deserves a visa or extension of stay like we all do when we apply for visas at foreign embassies.

PAL ‘September Deals’ promotion starts at 8,295 THB round trip

Philippine Airlines has launched a new promotion dubbed as "September Deals" starting September 14 to 27, 2020. Travel period on November 1, 2020 to May 31, 2021.

Thai Cabinet approves special tourist visa for long-stay visitors

Here is the official press release on the Special Tourist Visa for Long-Stay Visitors from Thailand's Public Relations Department.

Khao San Road and Ong Ang canal to get weekend walking streets

Bangkok will open walking streets on Khao San Road and the road along Ong Ang canal on weekends from October to stimulate tourism.

Thai Cabinet approves long-term tourist visas

The target is to welcome 100-300 visitors a week, or up to 1,200 people a month, and generate income of about 1 billion baht a month.