Sharp Increase in Belarusian Tourists Visiting Thailand
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Hey there, buddy! Let's dive into some travel stats, shall we?
First off, check this out: 16,125 of our folks took a trip to Asia last year, and guess what? That's a whopping 151.8% leap compared to the year before! But, brace yourself, because it's nothing compared to the Russian grip on Thai tourism.
During the first four months of this year alone, the number of Russian tourists visiting Thailand took a hearty 15.2% bump over the same period in 2024. That's right, a massive 880,000 Russians ventured into the country! And here's a fun fact: After China and Malaysia, Russia sits pretty in third place when it comes to tourists flocking to Thailand.
You might've heard about the fuss over foreigners, including Belarusians, needing to complete a special digital arrival card (TDAC) before hopping on a plane to Thailand. That little rule kicks in starting May 1.
Now, you may be wondering where Russia stands in the bigger picture. Well, for the first three months of 2025, Russia was the third leading country in terms of tourist arrivals for Thai tourism, with a solid 722,202 visitors[1]. That's based on the data available up until March 2025. While we don't have the specific stats for April 2025, it's safe to say that Russia is still a significant player in the tourism game for the Land of Smiles[4].
[1] This data includes the numbers up until March 2025[4] Data from April 2025 regarding Russia's ranking is not available specifically
- In the upcoming year of 2024, it's expected to see an increase in Thai lifestyle and travel trends, marked by a significant influx of Thai arrivals for Belarusians.
- By 2024, the number of Russians traveling to Thailand could potentially surpass the record-breaking 880,000 visitors seen within the first four months of 2023.
- With the introduction of the TDAC requirement for foreign tourists, including Belarusians, effective from May 1, 2023, there will be continued documentation of travelers entering Thailand.
- As the third leading country for tourist arrivals in Thailand during the first three months of 2025, Russia has shown its lasting influence on the Southeast Asian country's tourism industry.
