Tourist Arrivals in Thailand decreased to 2266570 in May from 2547120 in April of 2025. This dataset provides - Thailand Tourist Arrivals - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

In 2024, the number of tourist arrivals amounted to around 35.6 million, which significantly increased from the previous years, which were approximately 28.2 million. The tourism industry in Thailand was one of the most negatively affected industries by the COVID-19 pandemic. Thai tourism industry rebound post-CIOVID-19 The vibrant culture, mouthwatering dishes, and breathtaking scenery make Thailand a top destination in the region. With the globally wide-spread COVID-19 outbreak, the Thai tourism industry was heavily affected due to global travel restrictions. However, since the pandemic was brought under control and restrictions were lifted, the sector showed signs of rebound and was expected to regain its momentum. In 2022, the Thai government eased COVID-19 restrictions, resulting in a significant increase in the annual volume of airport passengers in Thailand in 2023 and 2024. Thailand's visa waivers program The primary factor that tourists take into account when planning their travel is the travel expense. An increase in the price of travel was the most common concern about traveling among visitors to Thailand. In order to subsidize the expenses and increase the number of international tourists visiting the country, the Thai government has waived visas for citizens of China and India in 2024, and intends to provide visa-free travel to citizens of several additional nations in the future.

International tourism, number of arrivals in Thailand was reported at 39916000 in 2019, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Thailand - International tourism, number of arrivals - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

As of July 2024, the number of international tourists visiting Thailand amounted to approximately *** million, reflecting an increase compared to the previous year. Over time, the number of foreign visitors to Thailand has fluctuated.

Thailand TH: International Tourism: Number of Arrivals data was reported at 32,530,000.000 Person in 2016. This records an increase from the previous number of 29,923,000.000 Person for 2015. Thailand TH: International Tourism: Number of Arrivals data is updated yearly, averaging 12,779,500.000 Person from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2016, with 22 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 32,530,000.000 Person in 2016 and a record low of 6,952,000.000 Person in 1995. Thailand TH: International Tourism: Number of Arrivals data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Thailand – Table TH.World Bank: Tourism Statistics. International inbound tourists (overnight visitors) are the number of tourists who travel to a country other than that in which they have their usual residence, but outside their usual environment, for a period not exceeding 12 months and whose main purpose in visiting is other than an activity remunerated from within the country visited. When data on number of tourists are not available, the number of visitors, which includes tourists, same-day visitors, cruise passengers, and crew members, is shown instead. Sources and collection methods for arrivals differ across countries. In some cases data are from border statistics (police, immigration, and the like) and supplemented by border surveys. In other cases data are from tourism accommodation establishments. For some countries number of arrivals is limited to arrivals by air and for others to arrivals staying in hotels. Some countries include arrivals of nationals residing abroad while others do not. Caution should thus be used in comparing arrivals across countries. The data on inbound tourists refer to the number of arrivals, not to the number of people traveling. Thus a person who makes several trips to a country during a given period is counted each time as a new arrival.; ; World Tourism Organization, Yearbook of Tourism Statistics, Compendium of Tourism Statistics and data files.; Gap-filled total;

International tourism, receipts (current US$) in Thailand was reported at 15360000000 USD in 2020, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Thailand - International tourism, receipts - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

International tourism, number of departures in Thailand was reported at 10446000 in 2019, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Thailand - International tourism, number of departures - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Visitor Arrivals by Nationality: Asia Pacific: South-East Asia (SEA) data was reported at 746,585.000 Person in Mar 2025. This records a decrease from the previous number of 837,071.000 Person for Feb 2025. Visitor Arrivals by Nationality: Asia Pacific: South-East Asia (SEA) data is updated monthly, averaging 817,836.000 Person from Jan 2022 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 39 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,062,930.000 Person in Dec 2023 and a record low of 9,476.000 Person in Jan 2022. Visitor Arrivals by Nationality: Asia Pacific: South-East Asia (SEA) data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Tourism and Sports. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Thailand – Table TH.Q007: Visitor Arrivals: By Nationality. [COVID-19-IMPACT]

International tourism, receipts for travel items (current US$) in Thailand was reported at 14198000000 USD in 2020, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Thailand - International tourism, receipts for travel items - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

In 2022, the tourism industry contributed around **** percent to Thailand's GDP, which increased from the previous year. In that same period, the total value of Thailand's GDP was almost ************ billion U.S. dollars. ​ Thailand's tourism industry has been heavily affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, it is currently recovering after the government relaxed COVID-19 regulations and promoted tourism. The economic contribution of travel and tourism in Thailand Thailand is recognized as one of the most popular tourist destinations worldwide. ​Travel and tourism play a significant role in supporting Thailand's economy. In 2022, these industries' contribution to the country’s GDP reached over one trillion Thai baht. Thailand's tourism industry also provided nearly ***** million jobs in the country, ranking fifth in terms of the highest number of people employed in the tourism industry in the Asia-Pacific region in 2022. Inbound tourism in Thailand Thailand's economy relies heavily on international tourism. The tourist economy of the country has been recovering steadily since the country allowed international tourist arrivals again in 2022. In 2023, Thailand welcomed around ** million international tourists, which was more than double the previous year. ​In that same year, the total revenue generated by international tourist arrivals in the country reached more than one hundred billion Thai baht on a nearly monthly basis, giving the country a total revenue of over one trillion Thai baht for the entire year.

International tourism, expenditures (current US$) in Thailand was reported at 3681000000 USD in 2020, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Thailand - International tourism, expenditures - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

Visitor Arrivals by Nationality: Europe: CEE: Lithuania data was reported at 3,183.000 Person in Mar 2025. This records a decrease from the previous number of 4,010.000 Person for Feb 2025. Visitor Arrivals by Nationality: Europe: CEE: Lithuania data is updated monthly, averaging 944.000 Person from Jan 2022 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 39 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 4,418.000 Person in Jan 2025 and a record low of 279.000 Person in Jul 2022. Visitor Arrivals by Nationality: Europe: CEE: Lithuania data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Tourism and Sports. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Thailand – Table TH.Q007: Visitor Arrivals: By Nationality.

International tourism, expenditures for travel items (current US$) in Thailand was reported at 2865000000 USD in 2020, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Thailand - International tourism, expenditures for travel items - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on May of 2025.

International tourism, receipts (% of total exports) in Thailand was reported at 5.9539 % in 2020, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Thailand - International tourism, receipts (% of total exports) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Demand for tourism in Thailand is valued at US$ 61,323.00 million in 2024. As affordable travel costs make Thailand a budget-friendly destination, the industry holds the potential to exceed US$ 84,027.30 million by 2034. With high investment in tourism infrastructure, the industry is set to record a CAGR of 3.2% over the forecast period.

Industry Outlook

Key Industry Attributes	Details
Industry Size, 2023	US$ 59,536.90 million
Industry Size, 2024	US$ 61,323.00 million
Industry Size, 2034	US$ 84,027.30 million
Value CAGR (2024 to 2034)	3.2%

Category-wise Insights

Attributes	Details
Top Tourist Type	Domestic
Industry Share (2024)	56.0%

Attributes	Details
Top Booking Channel	Online Booking
Industry Share (2024)	51.0%

International tourism, expenditures (% of total imports) in Thailand was reported at 1.5863 % in 2020, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Thailand - International tourism, expenditures (% of total imports) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

In 2019, the total number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand was forecasted at approximately 12 million, a figure that has been gradually increasing over the years. Thailand has been a popular destination for Chinese tourists for many years.

International tourism, receipts for passenger transport items (current US$) in Thailand was reported at 1162000000 USD in 2020, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Thailand - International tourism, receipts for passenger transport items - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

Sustainable tourism is developing its place in the tourism sector of Thailand, with a projected industry value of USD 33.2 million in 2024 and a presentable CAGR of 15.8% from 2024 to 2034. By taking a look at the trend of eco-tourism and people’s likeness toward the diverse ecosystem of the country, the sustainable tourism industry in Thailand is envisioned to generate USD 143.9 million in revenue by 2034.

Attributes	Description
Estimated Thailand Sustainable Tourism Industry Size (2024E)	USD 33.2 million
Projected Thailand Sustainable Tourism Industry Value (2034F)	USD 143.9 million
Value-based CAGR (2024 to 2034)	15.8%

Category-wise Insights

Segment	26 to 35 Years (Age Group)
Value Share (2024)	39.6%

Segment	Online Booking (Booking Channel)
Value Share (2024)	58.3%

Visitor Arrivals by Nationality: Europe: Western Europe: Germany data was reported at 114,276.000 Person in Mar 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 114,138.000 Person for Feb 2025. Visitor Arrivals by Nationality: Europe: Western Europe: Germany data is updated monthly, averaging 50,466.000 Person from Jan 2022 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 39 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 115,470.000 Person in Mar 2024 and a record low of 11,323.000 Person in Jan 2022. Visitor Arrivals by Nationality: Europe: Western Europe: Germany data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Tourism and Sports. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Thailand – Table TH.Q007: Visitor Arrivals: By Nationality. [COVID-19-IMPACT]