Tracking immigration for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
National News · ImmigrationAfter 2.37M meth pills seized at Nong Khai, Thailand expands Mekong checkpoints for 4 weeks. Drivers and expats face longer waits, strict property checks—learn what to expect.
Economy · ImmigrationThailand’s Commerce Ministry now raids nominee firms, freezes foreign-held accounts and enforces stricter visa checks. Key compliance tips for expats.
Economy · ImmigrationThai bank freezes are stranding expats without rent money or visa proof. Discover fast KYC steps—and backup accounts—to keep your funds safe and your Thailand visa secure.
Immigration · TourismPhuket Immigration now conducts criminal-record checks of visa renewals. Learn how genuine documents can prevent costly delays, bans, or even arrests.
Immigration · National NewsSaraburi bust nets 14 Chinese migrants. Thailand steps up patrols—drivers, employers risk ฿100,000 per migrant and 10 years in prison. Learn what’s next.
Immigration · National NewsThailand’s ID sweeps target long-term visa overstayers, imposing fines up to ฿20,000 and extradition—even for a Hong Kong murder fugitive who vanished in 1989.
Tourism · ImmigrationChiang Mai enforces heritage rules: Aussies fined ฿18,000, visas under review, CCTV patrols boosted. Learn the temple graffiti crackdown ahead of your visit.
Tourism · ImmigrationAfter a foreigner hijacked an Isuzu SUV on Koh Samui, shuttles face 30-day spot checks and insurers may deny key-in-ignition claims. Read safety tips.
Tourism · ImmigrationPhuket airport drug screening has grown stricter after a French tourist's arrest. Expats face tougher scans, hefty fines and longer jail terms under Thailand's 2024 Narcotics Code.