Why Thailand

Streamlined services are essential for the international MICE traveller, and TCEB is focused on providing the very best in services and support for the MICE industry which has the added benefit of promoting the good image of Thailand as the key MICE destination in Asia. Such distinctive and impressive services to welcome international MICE travellers are key reasons that so many MICE organisers choose to hold their events in Thailand.

1. Information services on applying for, and obtaining, a visa before travelling. 
2. Establishing a ‘MICE Lane’ as a special immigration service channel at the airport.
3. Visa on Arrival service
4. Health Control checkpoint at the airport
5. TCEB Information Centre counter near Baggage Carousel #18 to provide information and assistance to incoming MICE travellers.
6. Facilitating the installation of MICE-event signage at the airport. Services are provided in co-operation with Immigration Bureau and Airports Authority of Thailand Public Co. Ltd.

TCEB currently provides an exclusive MICE Lane offering immigration assistance at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi and Don Muang Airports. The TCEB services at the two airports include information and assistance with its counter attended 24 hours a day. In response to government policy, TCEB plans to develop and increase its MICE Lane services in the 2024 fiscal year (October 2023 – September 2024) to five airports - Suvarnabhumi, Don Muang, Phuket, Chiang Mai, and Udon Thani - adding further value to Thailand’s hosting of international exhibitions and conventions. The services provided can be split into three categories: 

1. Special groups of visitors (VVIP) including host nation VIPs, CEOs, top leaders of conferences and international trade fairs.
2. VIP visitors including event management delegates, or key executives of companies participating in events.
3. Event delegates and participants.

Further, the government’s new visa-free policy is expected to lead to an increase in MICE visitors over the coming five months, especially those coming from China. China ranks third in the list of total numbers of travellers to Thailand, and 35,000 Chinese MICE travellers are expected to enter the kingdom during that period, with not less than 3,500 of those visitors making use of the MICE Lane services. These numbers will help generate additional income for the country and further stimulate the economy through the first quarter of 2024. 

2. “Yok Team Prachum Rum Rak Muang Thailand” – Season 2

TCEB invites organisations and MICE operators across Thailand to join the second season of “Yok Team Prachum Rum Rak Muang Thailand”, under the theme “Encourage Office Teams to Think Outside the Box and Explore Thailand”. The initiative aims to revitalise the domestic meetings sector, supporting activities around three core concepts: community engagement, health promotion, and sustainability. The campaign also encourages event planning during the low season, maximising benefits for both participants and host communities.

How to participate:

1. Organise a cross-provincial trip for at least 20 participants, lasting a minimum of 2 days and 1 night. Activities may include meetings, seminars, training, incentive trips, CSR, or team-building.
2. Post a review of the office trip with photos or video clips on any social media platform.
3. Add #ยกประชุมรุมรักเมืองไทย and set the post to public. Optionally, tag DMICE or ยกทีมประชุม accounts for greater visibility.
4. Submit the post link and complete the application form at yoteam.tceb.or.th or via LINE OA @YOKTEAM.

How to apply for MICE operators:

1. Offer cross-provincial trips for a minimum of 20 people, lasting at least 2 days and 1 night, including meetings, seminars, training, incentive travel, CSR, or team-building.
2. Services must be provided between 1 January and 31 October 2025; unlimited entries may be submitted from 1 May to 31 October 2025.
3. Complete the application and attach service documentation at yoteam.tceb.or.th or via LINE OA @YOKTEAM.

More information: https://yokteam.tceb.or.th