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Thaiger Thailand News | Thailand Cancels 60-Day Visa-Free Entry Scheme, new EU rules could give Thai travellers longer Schengen Visas
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Today we’ll be talking about the cabinet’s approval of the cancellation of the 60-day visa-free entry scheme, also, yet another train collision occurred as a delivery rider is left in serious condition after standing too close to the tracks, the recurring incidents have led to the transport ministry to cut inner Bangkok routes, then a new Cannabis bill is moving closer to cabinet review, in Phuket and Chon Buri major drug busts land Russian and Chinese nationals in handcuffs, and a little later new EU rules could give Thai nationals longer Schengen stays. Thailand Cancels 60-Day Visa-Free Entry Scheme
Thailand’s Cabinet has officially approved the cancellation of the 60-day visa-free entry scheme. The programme previously allowed travellers from more than 90 countries to enter Thailand without a visa for up to 60 days. Officials said the policy had drawn criticism over alleged misuse, including illegal work, unauthorised businesses, overstays, and foreign-related crime. Under the temporary replacement policy, visa-exempt visitors are expected to return to stays of around 30 days, depending on nationality. Authorities are still reviewing the specific visa conditions for each country, and no official enforcement date has yet been confirmed. Delivery Rider Seriously Injured After Train Collision in Bangkok
A food delivery rider suffered serious injuries after being hit by a train near Kampaengphet 7 Road in Bangkok. The incident happened near the Mercure Bangkok Makkasan hotel, close to the area where a recent fatal train-bus collision occurred. Witnesses said the man had parked his motorcycle and crossed into a prohibited area beside the railway track to urinate. Officials said the rider may not have heard the train because he was reportedly wearing earphones and a motorcycle helmet. The State Railway of Thailand said the train driver sounded the horn, but the train could not stop in time. Transport Ministry Plans to Cut Inner Bangkok Train Routes
Thailand’s Ministry of Transport is preparing measures to reduce train traffic into inner Bangkok following the fatal bus-train collision on May 16. Transport officials are considering ending some passenger train services into the city centre, with trains instead terminating at Lat Krabang and Taling Chan stations. Passengers would then connect to central Bangkok using the SRT Red Line or Airport Rail Link. The ministry also plans tougher crossing controls, daily drug testing for public transport operators, and a “no barrier down, no train departure” rule. Container trains may also be restricted from entering central Bangkok, except under stricter late-night conditions. New Cannabis Bill Moves Closer to Cabinet Review
Thailand’s Public Health Ministry is pushing to submit a new cannabis and hemp bill to the Cabinet before July. Officials said the proposed law is designed to tighten controls on cultivation, sales, and use while keeping recreational cannabis strictly prohibited. Cannabis users would need medical prescriptions, and new shops would only be allowed to operate under approved medical, pharmacy, herbal, or pharmaceutical licences. Authorities said the number of cannabis outlets has already dropped sharply after tougher rules were introduced, with more closures expected this year. The draft bill could introduce penalties of up to one year in prison and fines of up to 20,000 baht for recreational use. Irish Filmmaker and Girlfriend Killed in Thailand Scooter Crash
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Today we’ll be talking about the cabinet’s approval of the cancellation of the 60-day visa-free entry scheme, also, yet another train collision occurred as a delivery rider is left in serious condition after standing too close to the tracks, the recurring incidents have led to the transport ministry to cut inner Bangkok routes, then a new Cannabis bill is moving closer to cabinet review, in Phuket and Chon Buri major drug busts land Russian and Chinese nationals in handcuffs, and a little later new EU rules could give Thai nationals longer Schengen stays. Thailand Cancels 60-Day Visa-Free Entry Scheme
Thailand’s Cabinet has officially approved the cancellation of the 60-day visa-free entry scheme. The programme previously allowed travellers from more than 90 countries to enter Thailand without a visa for up to 60 days. Officials said the policy had drawn criticism over alleged misuse, including illegal work, unauthorised businesses, overstays, and foreign-related crime. Under the temporary replacement policy, visa-exempt visitors are expected to return to stays of around 30 days, depending on nationality. Authorities are still reviewing the specific visa conditions for each country, and no official enforcement date has yet been confirmed. Delivery Rider Seriously Injured After Train Collision in Bangkok
A food delivery rider suffered serious injuries after being hit by a train near Kampaengphet 7 Road in Bangkok. The incident happened near the Mercure Bangkok Makkasan hotel, close to the area where a recent fatal train-bus collision occurred. Witnesses said the man had parked his motorcycle and crossed into a prohibited area beside the railway track to urinate. Officials said the rider may not have heard the train because he was reportedly wearing earphones and a motorcycle helmet. The State Railway of Thailand said the train driver sounded the horn, but the train could not stop in time. Transport Ministry Plans to Cut Inner Bangkok Train Routes
Thailand’s Ministry of Transport is preparing measures to reduce train traffic into inner Bangkok following the fatal bus-train collision on May 16. Transport officials are considering ending some passenger train services into the city centre, with trains instead terminating at Lat Krabang and Taling Chan stations. Passengers would then connect to central Bangkok using the SRT Red Line or Airport Rail Link. The ministry also plans tougher crossing controls, daily drug testing for public transport operators, and a “no barrier down, no train departure” rule. Container trains may also be restricted from entering central Bangkok, except under stricter late-night conditions. New Cannabis Bill Moves Closer to Cabinet Review
Thailand’s Public Health Ministry is pushing to submit a new cannabis and hemp bill to the Cabinet before July. Officials said the proposed law is designed to tighten controls on cultivation, sales, and use while keeping recreational cannabis strictly prohibited. Cannabis users would need medical prescriptions, and new shops would only be allowed to operate under approved medical, pharmacy, herbal, or pharmaceutical licences. Authorities said the number of cannabis outlets has already dropped sharply after tougher rules were introduced, with more closures expected this year. The draft bill could introduce penalties of up to one year in prison and fines of up to 20,000 baht for recreational use. Irish Filmmaker and Girlfriend Killed in Thailand Scooter Crash