Thailand Expands Automated Immigration Gates to 33 Countries, Boosting Efficiency
Thailand's Immigration Bureau has expanded its automated passport control gates to 33 countries and territories. Daily usage has surged by 185.6% since the measures were introduced in September, significantly reducing wait times and congestion.
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