Plan to scrap visa causes confusionConfusion abounds after the government gave out conflicting information pertaining to the cancellation of visa exemptions and visa-on-arrival services for 18 countries and three other territories, as it seeks contain the Covid-19 outbreak in Thailand. After the announcement, Gen Anupong said the measures could be implemented immediately. He explained that since Thailand has bilateral agreements with many countries regarding visa exemptions, the proposed cancellation must be studied carefully. But yesterday evening, Gen Anupong changed his tune and insisted that the visa changes will take effect from today until Sept 30. The announcement was co-signed by Prime Minister Prayut and himself under the Communicable Diseases Act, said Gen Anupong.

Source: Bangkok Post March 13, 2020 02:37 UTC