On March 12, the Thai government revealed a temporary exemption from re-entry fees for migrant workers from Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar who intend to return home for the Songkran New Year celebration. This exemption, applicable to workers holding valid work permits, will be effective from April 1 to May 15, providing relief to migrant workers during this festive time.

Deputy Government Spokesman Karom Polpornklang noted that this initiative aims to strengthen labor relations and ease the financial strain on workers wishing to reunite with their families. However, those returning after May 15 will need to go through the usual process to obtain a re-entry permit. The government underlined the vital role of migrant workers in the Thai economy, and this exemption is viewed as a way to promote fair treatment and enhance worker morale.

Furthermore, the government has announced the addition of 124 domestic flights for Songkran, boosting capacity by 24,000 seats to accommodate the surge of travelers from April 11 to 17. Six major Thai airlines, including Thai Airways and AirAsia, will be operating these extra flights.