Tracking immigration for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Immigration · National NewsSouth Korean fugitive arrested in Phuket after 8-year overstay. Learn how biometric systems and extradition treaties work in Thailand's immigration enforcement.
Immigration · TechUkrainian crypto scammer arrested in Phuket on Interpol notice. Thailand arrests 11 foreign fraud suspects in 2026—learn how scams work and protect yourself.
Immigration · EconomyThai police arrest 13 foreigners in Hua Hin over illegal nominee property schemes. Violations now prosecuted as money laundering with prison terms up to 10 years.
Immigration · TourismA Norwegian man spent 3+ years homeless in Thailand with no passport. How foreigners become trapped, and what every expat must know to avoid this fate.
Immigration · TourismChina's new immigration rules effective Sept 2026 bring tougher visa checks, expanded exit bans, and sponsor liability. Essential guide for Thailand expats.
Immigration · National NewsThailand mandates stricter foreign teacher vetting, bag inspections, and mental health screening at schools. What expats need to know about employment rules.
Immigration · National NewsFormer teacher made online threats to Songkhla school after leaving Thailand. How authorities responded and what security measures protect institutions.
National News · ImmigrationSongkhla school closes after fired teacher's online threats. Thailand proposes 90-day safety reform plan including mental health screening and bag searches.
Immigration · National NewsHatyai Wittayalai School in Songkhla closes after former foreign teacher posts gun threats online. What parents should know about school safety protocols.