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Thailand to enter hot season on Sunday 22 February 2026 Summer storms likely next week, temperatures could peak above 42C in North Thailand will enter its hot season on Sunday. Summer storms could start right away and temperatures in some northern provinces may reach a peak above 42 degrees Celsius, according to the Meteorological Department. […]

Thailand’s Land Transport Department to allow online licence renewals for motorists under age 55 from June 2026 The Department of Land Transport (DLT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), is upgrading its service standards to allow motorists aged under 55 to renew their driving licences online from June. Sorapong Paitoonpong, director-general of […]

VAT Rise to 10% Proposed in Thailand to Fund Elderly Benefits A proposal to increase Thailand’s value-added tax (VAT) to 10% aims to boost government revenue and enhance welfare benefits for senior citizens. The plan, reported on Saturday, February 14, 2026, suggests the higher rate could generate an additional 200–300 billion baht annually. The extra […]

Mobile Banking Apps Blocked on Outdated Devices Starting 14 February 2026 in Thailand Banks in Thailand will limit mobile app access on outdated devices starting February 14, 2026. This initiative, driven by the Thai Bankers’ Association and the Thailand Banking Sector Computer Emergency Response Team (TB-CERT), aims to enhance security by supporting only devices with […]

Thailand Updates Visa Rules for Economic Revival Thailand’s Cabinet has approved significant visa policy changes to attract more tourists, digital nomads, students, and retirees, as part of a larger economic stimulus plan. On February 10, Deputy Government Spokesperson Aiyarin Phanrit announced the endorsement of proposals from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, including a package of […]

Shorter Tourist visa-free stays on the cards in Thailand Thai government’s plan to reduce visa‑free stays from 60 days The Tourism and Sports Ministry insists the government’s plan to reduce visa‑free stays from 60 days should not impact tourism, as most foreign tourists on average stay for less than a month. Natthriya Thaweevong, permanent tourism […]

Thailand’s quiet end of the visa run era By Victor Wong (Peerasan Wongsri) What is actually changing for expats in Thailand in 2026 Much of the discussion around visas in Thailand focuses on rumours, anecdotes, and social-media panic. In reality, the more important development in 2026 is quieter and more structural: immigration enforcement is now […]

Choosing the right air purifier for Thailand’s rising air pollution As Thailand continues to battle worsening PM2.5 pollution and persistent urban smog, air purifiers have quickly shifted from optional home appliances to essential health safeguards, especially for expatriates adjusting to the country’s environmental conditions. Understanding how these machines improve indoor air quality can make a […]

Work on damaged 12th-century Prasat Ta Kwai temple in Surin’s Phanom Dong Rak district to take ‘about two years’ Government keen to get temple restoration going Prasat Ta Kwai, a 12th-century temple located in Surin’s Phanom Dong Rak district, sustained serious damage when clashes between Thai and Cambodian forces erupted along the border last year. […]