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Passenger service charge at regional Thai airports raised by Bt25

13 Sept 11:57Key points summarised by AI

Regional Thai airports will implement a Bt25 increase in Passenger Service Charge (PSC) for both domestic and international flights starting October 1.
The increased charge, applied at six specific airports, funds new self-service check-in and baggage drop facilities and is included directly in airfares.

Today 14:52Key points summarised by AI

A new Thai regulation requires mobile bank account owners and SIM card users to be the same person, aiming to prevent scamming via 'mule' accounts and 'ghost' SIMs.
Despite the new rule's enforcement, mobile banking users can continue transactions as usual, as the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) is still coordinating its implementation.
The NBTC is collaborating with the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO), commercial banks, and mobile providers (AIS, TRUE) to cross-check and verify user data, with exemptions for accounts opened for children or the elderly.
Users can check their SIM card registration by dialing *179* followed by their ID card number, and the NBTC plans discussions to facilitate name changes for SIM card owners to match bank accounts.