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In 2026, nine countries implemented official visitor limits and new tourism fees to regulate overtourism. Measures include Japan’s visitor redistribution and Spain’s tourist apartment license removal.

Thailand will implement a 300 baht tourist entry fee for foreign arrivals by air starting in 2026. This aligns with similar levies in Japan, Bali, and Europe aimed at funding tourism infrastructure and managing costs.

Thailand will introduce a 300 baht tourist entry fee for air arrivals starting in 2026 to fund tourism infrastructure and management. This move follows global trends including Japan's and Bali's similar levies.

New Zealand reopened its Parent Resident Visa queue on August 5, 2026, with 7,931 EOIs awaiting processing. A new hybrid selection system begins October 5, 2026, mixing chronological order with a 10% random ballot.

A US travel association leader has raised concerns over the possible widening of the visa bond program. The program requires certain travelers to post bonds as a return guarantee.

From October 5, 2026, Immigration New Zealand will select most Parent Resident Visa EOIs by submission order, keeping the 2,500 visa annual cap. Current EOIs cover nearly 12,000 people, with a queue expected to take up to five years to clear.

Thailand began charging new tourist fees in 2026 as part of a worldwide trend. These fees help regulate visitor numbers and support tourism infrastructure.

Ghana attracted over 1.3 million international tourists in 2025, generating $4.34 billion in receipts. Domestic visits grew 7% to 1.79 million, with top attractions drawing significant visitor numbers.

Thailand will reduce its visa-free tourist stay from 60 to 30 days pending official publication in the Royal Gazette. The change affects 59 countries including all EU member states and six new additions.

Cambodia's Ministries of Tourism and Agriculture signed an MoU to develop agritourism and ecotourism hubs, integrating agriculture with tourism. The partnership features four strategic objectives and aligns with government forum recommendations.