The Ministry of Tourism and Sports (MOTS) was established in 2002 to be responsible for the promotion, support and development of tourism industry, sports sector and sports education. The ministry is functioned with four governing offices – the Office of the Minister, the Office of the Permanent Secretary, the Office of Sports and Recreation Development; and the Office of Tourism Development.
The Office of Tourism Development
The Office of Tourism Development under the MOTS assumes duties and responsibilities related to the development of service standards for tourist attractions and tourism products and services offered by the Thai tourism industry. This includes the support of standards for tour businesses and tour guides. The Office’s goal is to achieve sustainable tourism development and generate economic, social and cultural benefits for local communities as well as the country.
Responsibilities of the Office of Tourism Development
• Register and certify tourist businesses and guides, including the issue of permits, extension of permits, suspension of permits and termination of permits, and certification of duplicate copies of any other documents related to the tourism business operator or guide.