The Thai authorities will begin collecting a 300 baht entry payment from international tourists starting on April 1. The charge is included in the Tourism and Sports Ministry’s “Amazing Thailand New Chapter” plan and the money might be for the maintenance and growth of tourist sights in addition to accident and life insurance coverage for tourists if, in the unlucky event, one have been to get significantly injured or die whereas on a visit to Thailand.
Government spokesperson, Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, announced that the government will start collecting the 300 baht payment from foreigners getting into the country and the charge might be included in airfares. For land journey, there may be an utility for visitors to pay before entering.
According to the federal government spokesperson, if overseas travellers report an accident, up to 500,000 baht in medical prices could be claimed. If guests happen to die in Thailand, up to a million baht in compensation to the household might be paid.
Tourism and Sports Minister, Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, says the entry payment was anticipated to begin initially of January, however was postponed for consultation with the International Air Transport Association. From Monetize , 50 baht will go towards the insurance programme, whereas the remaining will go toward the development and maintenance of tourist sights, the minister says. He added that they plan to have extra clear public restrooms at attractions like in Japan.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand had earlier asked to add one other 200 baht to the fee for the event of tourism tasks. But the tourism minister says 300 baht is appropriate for the present plan. Thailand expects that there might be 5 million international travellers visiting Thailand within the second half of this year..