Thailand expects THB3.9 billion revenue boost from tourist entry fee this year


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BANGKOK, Feb 20 (The Nation Thailand/ANN): Thailand would gain 3.9 billion baht (RM500 million) in revenue following the decision to implement a 300 baht (RM39) fee on foreign tourists beginning June 1, Tourism Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said on Monday.

His estimate was based on the projection that 13 million travellers would visit the country from June 1 to the end of the year.

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