Thailand Extends Free Insurance for Tourists Until the End of the Year
The Thai government has extended the free travel insurance program, "Thailand Traveler Safety," to all foreign tourists. The program was initially launched on January 1st and was scheduled to end on August 31st, 2024, but has now been extended until December 31st, 2024.
Key Point
- Thailand's effective visa policies and robust tourism promotion initiatives have proven highly successful in drawing international tourists, culminating in a substantial 37% surge in foreign visitor arrivals during the first half of this year, totaling 15.5 million visitors
- Sermsak Pongpanit, Thailand's Minister of Tourism and Sports, highlighted how important it is to extend the free travel insurance program to ensure the safety and well-being of international tourists
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Thailand Traveler Safety (TTS) is an advanced registration system for non-Thai tourists entering Thailand, developed by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports. This system ensures legal protection and compliance with Thai regulations during their visit.
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The extended insurance scheme provides financial protection in various emergency situations. Coverage includes emergencies such as accidents, crimes, and natural disasters, providing additional peace of mind for international tourists while in Thailand.
The Thailand Traveler Safety insurance provides significant coverage for international tourists. For fatal accidents, the deceased's family can receive up to 1 million baht as compensation. Coverage is extended to 300,000 baht for incidents resulting in organ loss or permanent disability, while medical expenses due to accidents are covered up to 500,000 baht.
Sermsak Pongpanit, Thailand's Minister of Tourism and Sports, emphasized the importance of extending the free travel insurance program to support the safety and well-being of international tourists.
Thailand has taken proactive steps to welcome an influx of tourists. The target for foreign tourist arrivals in 2024 has been increased to 36.7 million, driven by favorable visa policies and vigorous tourism promotion efforts.
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Effective visa policies and Thailand's tourism promotion efforts have successfully attracted international tourists, resulting in a significant increase in arrivals. This has led to a 37% increase in foreign tourist arrivals in the first half of this year, reaching 15.5 million visitors.
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