Chinese Tourists Revive Thailand Tourism Using ED Visa

Picture courtesy of Siam Sport

A group of Chinese tourists kickstarted Thailand’s tourism revival over the weekend under the Non-Immigrant ED Visa. The visa, nicknamed the “Non-Ed Visa”, allows tourists to stay for 90 days and participate in Muay Thai classes, significantly longer than the previous 60-day limit. 

This scheme was overseen by Paitoon Chutimakornkul, an advisor to the prime minister and a member of the sports sub-committee. The policy aims to promote Muay Thai and increase its recognition globally, acting as one of Thailand’s unique draws.

The initiative eliminates the need for tourists to leave their home country to extend their Thailand visas, making it easier for them to enjoy a longer stay. 

The policy’s effectiveness is demonstrated by the broad international interest reflected in numerous enquiries to the Sports Authority of Thailand’s (SAT) Board of Boxing Sport, which provides necessary information for tourists to participate in the programme. 

Pimol Srivikorn, another advisor to the prime minister, informed that the SAT and his sub-committee recently conducted a second trial to certify Muay Thai trainers, allowing them to teach overseas.

Fulfilling necessary requirements, 11 candidates are set to instruct in Saudi Arabia, reflecting the increasing global interest in Muay Thai and Thailand’s commitment to promote the sport internationally.

A group of Chinese tourists kickstarted Thailand’s tourism revival over the weekend under the Non-Immigrant ED Visa. The visa, nicknamed the “Non-Ed Visa”, allows tourists to stay for 90 days and participate in Muay Thai classes, significantly longer than the previous 60-day limit. 

This scheme was overseen by Paitoon Chutimakornkul, an advisor to the prime minister and a member of the sports sub-committee. The policy aims to promote Muay Thai and increase its recognition globally, acting as one of Thailand’s unique draws.

The initiative eliminates the need for tourists to leave their home country to extend their Thailand visas, making it easier for them to enjoy a longer stay. 

The policy’s effectiveness is demonstrated by the broad international interest reflected in numerous enquiries to the Sports Authority of Thailand’s (SAT) Board of Boxing Sport, which provides necessary information for tourists to participate in the programme. 

Pimol Srivikorn, another advisor to the prime minister, informed that the SAT and his sub-committee recently conducted a second trial to certify Muay Thai trainers, allowing them to teach overseas.

Fulfilling necessary requirements, 11 candidates are set to instruct in Saudi Arabia, reflecting the increasing global interest in Muay Thai and Thailand’s commitment to promote the sport internationally.

— 2024-05-06

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