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Thailand proposes $30 departure tax for air travelers
Original: departure tax
Thailand is considering a 300 baht (about $30) departure tax on air passengers, which would apply to foreign visitors on top of existing travel fees. Reports from regional outlets such as VnExpress and The Star note that Southeast Asia's second-most visited country is weighing the levy, meaning foreign tourists could face around 2,570 baht in total travel-related charges.
Why now: News of a proposed new fee on visitors to one of the world's top tourist destinations is drawing attention in Southeast Asia's travel industry and among travelers.
ThailandVnExpress InternationalThe Star
Evidence
- Southeast Asia’s second-most visited country proposes $30 departure tax for air travelers · VnExpress International
- Foreign visitors to Thailand could face 2,570 baht in travel fees · The Star
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