Thailand's new tourism minister has announced the government's plan to implement a 300-baht tourism tax aimed at boosting revenue.

Thailand's new tourism minister, Sorawong Thienthong, plans to start collecting 300 baht (around ₹750) as tourism tax, a proposal which was put on hold by the previous Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin-led administration.

In a recent update, the Thai government is planning to reintroduce INR 750 tourism tax soon. The news was shared by the newly appointed tourism minister, Sorawong Thienthong. The minister has announced plans to revive the tourism tax set at 300 baht (approximately INR 750).

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Sorawong Thienthong, Thailand’s new tourism minister, plans to restart the collection of 300 baht (nearly ₹750) as tourism tax.

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Thailand's tourism tax is structured as follows: air travelers are charged 300 baht (approximately Rs 750), while those entering by land or sea pay 150 baht (around Rs 380).

Thailand's Tourism Minister, Sorawong Thienthong, plans to reintroduce a 300-baht tourism tax to boost revenue, targeting 3 trillion baht this year. The tax will fund infrastructure and tourist safety.

The tourism fee, approved by the Thai cabinet in 2022, has yet to be enforced due to the lack of official endorsement through the Royal Gazette