UPDATE ON THAI VISA-FREE ENTRY RULES

Dear ELITE members,

We look forward to welcoming you to the EGLN 10th Annual Conference in Bangkok from 27 October to 30th October 2026. To help your travel go smoothly, we want to flag an important change to Thailand's entry rules.

From 15 September 2026, 60 countries and territories will qualify for visa-free stays of up to 30 days. You'll find the full list below.

If your country isn't listed:
You'll now need a Thai visa (some nationalities remained covered under separate bilateral agreements, so confirm your specific situation). Apply online through Thailand's official e-Visa portal at thaievisa.go.th. Requirements and processing times vary by location, so we strongly recommend applying well ahead of departure. 

All delegates, please take note:
Regardless of nationality or visa status, every non-Thai traveler must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before entering the country.