# Thailand’s Foreign Ministry Advises Vigilance Regarding Potential U.S. Visa Policy Review

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/united-states/280080-thailands-foreign-ministry-advises-vigilance-regarding-potential-u-s-visa-policy-review
- Published: 2026-01-21T07:16:00+07:00
- Author: PRD Thailand

**Thailand’s Foreign Minister Sihasak urges caution regarding potential U.S. visa
reviews affecting multiple countries, including Thailand, emphasizing the need for
verification and diplomatic engagement amid unclear implications.**

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## Key Points

 * Thailand’s Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkaew has responded to reports of
   a potential U.S. visa suspension affecting 75 countries, including Thailand, 
   stating that the situation is unclear and needs verification.
 * He indicated that there may be a pause in visa processing and review procedures
   rather than a complete suspension, and urged caution before drawing conclusions
   until official information is available.
 * Sihasak emphasized that any restrictions on Thai travelers could impact U.S.-
   Thailand relations, highlighting their deep travel and economic ties, and noted
   that Thailand will closely monitor developments while maintaining diplomatic 
   dialogue.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Sihasak Phuangketkaew has addressed reports that the
United States may suspend visa issuance for up to 75 countries, including Thailand,
after January 21, noting that the situation remains unclear and requires careful
verification.

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Sihasak said the available information indicates a possible pause in visa processing
and review procedures, rather than a full suspension, as U.S. authorities assess
screening and background-check systems. He added that conclusions should not be 
drawn until official details are confirmed.

Minister Sihasak noted that if restrictions on Thai travelers were to take effect,
they would also carry consequences for the United States, given the long-standing
travel, economic, and people-to-people ties between the two countries.

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He added that Thailand would closely assess any measures if they proceed without
clear and reasonable grounds, while continuing to engage through diplomatic channels
to ensure mutual understanding and stable relations.

**Source** : [Thailand’s Foreign Ministry Urges Caution on Possible U.S. Visa Review](https://thailand.prd.go.th/en/content/category/detail/id/52/iid/465978)