Tracking immigration for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Immigration · TourismNew automated e-passport gates cut Phuket arrivals to 30 seconds, but 15-25% of travelers can't use them. What you need before landing in Thailand.
Immigration · TourismThailand ends 60-day visa-free entry for Indian travelers. New policy: 15-day Visa on Arrival costs THB 2,000, requires digital card. What changed for your 2026 trip.
Immigration · National NewsBangkok murder case highlights systemic vulnerabilities facing Myanmar migrants in Thailand. Study shows 60% experiencing intimate partner violence with limited legal protections.
Immigration · National NewsThailand cracks down on illegal nominee property schemes. Foreign buyers losing homes are suing law firms. Learn your legal risks and safe options now.
Tourism · ImmigrationLearn about recent Pattaya beach assaults, police response protocols, legal implications for foreigners, and essential safety precautions for expats living in Thailand.
Economy · ImmigrationDiscover how Pattaya's cost of living has shifted for expatriates. Learn about utility bills, rent, and practical budgeting strategies for 2026.
National News · ImmigrationMajor Japanese fraud ring leader arrested in Bangkok after operating from Cambodia. What the enforcement crackdown means for regional security and resident awareness.
Immigration · TourismViral video shows foreign tourists in explicit acts on Phuket tuk-tuk. Public demands stricter enforcement. Learn Thailand's public decency laws.
Immigration · EconomyDublin rents top €1,750 as Irish workers relocate to Thailand with new 5-year DTV visa. Cost comparison, community insights, and what it means for expats here.