Thailand intensifies border enforcement with longer delays at checkpoints, stricter cannabis licensing, and tighter parcel inspections. Here's how it affects you.

Chiang Rai province intensifies border security with stricter inspections targeting smuggling networks. Details on checkpoint changes and impacts for expats.

Australian detained for skateboarding in Phuket. Learn Thailand's traffic laws, fines up to ฿5,000, legal skateparks, and visa risks for foreigners.

22 Thais returned via Chiang Khong border from Laos scam centers. Learn recruitment warning signs, cross-border trafficking tactics & Thailand hotlines to report.

Thailand uncovers birth certificate scam: 500+ fake citizens linked to property fraud and money laundering. What expats need to know about the crackdown.

Thailand immigration crackdown targets forged passports and visa fraud. Learn what employers, landlords, and residents must verify to avoid ฿100,000 penalties.

Thailand intensifies foreign property ownership enforcement. Four Russians arrested in major Chon Buri bust. Understand nominee scheme risks and legal alternatives in ฿5B crackdown.

Thailand grants India 30-day visa-free entry (upgraded from VoA) while cutting EU & 57 nations from 60 to 30 days. TDAC screening & facial recognition start mid-2026.

Chinese journalist Bai Zhaodong faces deportation from Bangkok despite torture risks. Case affects 3+ other UNHCR refugees, testing Thailand's asylum commitments.

500+ Rohingya feared dead as boats sink near Myanmar. Thailand's Andaman coast faces increased refugee arrivals amid record maritime crisis in 2026.

Thailand escalates enforcement against nominee shareholder schemes. Learn penalties, new verification rules, and compliance steps for foreign investors and expats.

Thailand intensifies immigration raids with zero tolerance for overstays. Learn about deportation bans up to 10 years, fines, and compliance requirements.