Tourists in Thailand warned of rules and requirements to follow or risk huge fines and detention
Britons have been given fresh travel advice for Thailand
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Thailand has a lot to offer including a rich culture and some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
Before travelling there, however, Britons have been reminded of the rules and requirements and given updated advice on overstaying their visa and strict customer rules.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) shared a reminder of harsh punishments, such as fines and detention, that Britons could face if they don't follow rules.
Visa requirements
It said: "You can visit Thailand for a period of 60 days for the purpose of tourism, business engagements, and urgent or ad-hoc work. This visa category can be extended for another period not exceeding 30 days.
Tourists have been reminded of visa requirements
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"You can also apply in advance for a multiple-entry visa for up to 60 days. For work, study or other reasons, you need a visa before you travel."
Overstaying your visa can result in punishments of different severities. The FCDO warned: "If you overstay the period of your visa, you will get a fine of 500 Thai baht a day up to a maximum of 20,000 baht.
"You risk being held in detention, deported at your own expense or banned from re-entering Thailand for up to 10 years. Conditions in detention centres can be harsh."
Custom rules
The Government body also has a reminder of custom rules as failing to follow these can also mean high fees.
It said: "There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Thailand. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty."
It highlighted taking cigarettes into Thailand as there are strict limits on this.
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"It is illegal to take more than 200 cigarettes per person into Thailand. This is enforced at customs on arrival.
"If you go over the limit, you could be fined 10 times the value. Your cigarettes will likely be confiscated."
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