Change log
Visa and tax rule changes: September 2026
3 official rule changes take effect in September 2026, popular countries first, each with its official source.
Thailand revoked the 60-day visa exemption that covered 93 countries and territories
Thailand revoked the 60-day visa exemption that covered 93 countries and territories; from 15 September 2026 visa-free tourist entry is 30 days for 60 listed countries and territories (previously 57), 15 days for Seychelles and Mauritius, and a visa on arrival of up to 15 days for Azerbaijan, Belarus and Serbia. Other nationals need a visa unless a bilateral agreement applies, and visitors admitted under the old exemption may stay until the end of their stamped period.
United States: F-1 students are admitted for a fixed period instead of for duration of status: the time needed to complete the programme on the Form I-20, not more than 4 years, plus 30 days to prepare to leave
F-1 students are admitted for a fixed period instead of for duration of status: the time needed to complete the programme on the Form I-20, not more than 4 years, plus 30 days to prepare to leave. A longer stay needs an extension of stay approved by USCIS.
United States: J-1 exchange visitors are admitted for a fixed period instead of for duration of status: until the programme end date on the Form DS-2019, not more than 4 years, plus 30 days to prepare to leave
J-1 exchange visitors are admitted for a fixed period instead of for duration of status: until the programme end date on the Form DS-2019, not more than 4 years, plus 30 days to prepare to leave. A longer stay needs an extension of stay approved by USCIS.