Thailand tightens visa policy, much to the dismay of Swiss seasonal retirees

Thailand is a very popular destination for Swiss pensioners. Many escape the cold Swiss winters and spend several months there each year. However, the government’s recent tightening of visa exemption rules could make life more difficult for them. “Some pensioners who are not comfortable with digital processes will not want to apply for a visa online and are likely to be affected by the measure,” says Frank Dumoulin, a Swiss national who spends several months a year in Thailand. The Valais…