British holidaymakers planning extended trips to Thailand will now face tighter travel rules after authorities dramatically reduced the visa-free stay period from 60 days to 30 days amid growing concerns over organised crime, illegal working and sex trafficking networks operating under the guise of tourism.
The move, announced by the Thai government this week, affects travellers from more than 90 countries, including the UK, the United States, Australia, Germany and Canada. Reports linked some cases to drug trafficking, online scam compounds and the illegal sex trade.
