Tracking immigration for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Immigration · National NewsThai police arrested an armed Chinese overstayer in Bangkok with drugs. Learn about the new 2026 '3 No' immigration policy affecting foreign residents.
Immigration · TourismThailand will cut visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days starting Sept 15, 2026. Learn how this affects travelers, digital nomads, and extension options.
Immigration · National NewsThailand arrests 102 foreign fugitives in 2025 using new AI surveillance. Strict immigration rules mean residents face tighter visa checks and enforcement.
Immigration · National NewsThailand tightens immigration rules in 2026. Phuket enforces zero tolerance on bad tourist behavior. Key updates for foreign residents.
Immigration · EconomyJapan replaces its trainee program with a skilled worker visa. 300 slots for Thai ground handlers with JLPT N4. Path to residency and higher wages now open.
Immigration · TourismThailand cuts visa-free stays to 30 days and caps land border entries at 2 per year. Business travelers need proper visas starting Sept 15, 2026.
Economy · ImmigrationStrict 2026 company registration rules in Thailand: mandatory digital filing, nominee shareholder crackdown, and new FBL exemptions for foreigners.
National News · ImmigrationPattaya's El Gaucho steakhouse raided: Slovak manager arrested, six Myanmar workers fined for illegal work. Hygiene violations and unlicensed operation exposed.
Immigration · National NewsNew DTV rules require proof of residency, ฿500k in savings. Tourist stays cut to 30 days. Land borders limited to two entries. What foreigners must know.