Tracking immigration for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Politics · ImmigrationUpcoming elections in Myanmar, Cambodia and Malaysia could slow trade, strain Thailand’s security and push refugees across its borders. Learn how Bangkok responds.
National News · ImmigrationConcerned about safety in Thailand amid border fighting? Here’s how to stay safe in Jan 2026, which areas to avoid, and what residents should know.
Immigration · TechThai police carried out a villa raid in Pattaya, busting operators of a 24/7 online black market. Discover what was seized and get tips to avoid risky rentals.
Immigration · PoliticsCambodian workers threw a 'ping-pong bomb' in Chon Buri and now face arrest, visa cancellation and up to 20 years in Thai prison. Learn how police traced them.
Immigration · National NewsExpect up to 45-minute immigration lines as Thai airports tighten security. Learn which travelers face extra screening and the fastest ways to speed your entry.
Immigration · National NewsOver 5,000 Thais are stranded in Poipet, Phnom Penh and Siem Reap after Cambodia's land-border shutdown. Check available flights, embassy hotlines and safety advice to get home.
Immigration · PoliticsBangkok launches airlifts, emergency documents and available hotlines after Cambodia’s Poipet border closure strands 7,000 Thai nationals. Call now for help.
Immigration · TourismThai airports launch digital arrival cards and AI immigration checks to deter spies. Expect 45-minute queues and stricter visa-run limits; submit forms early.
Immigration · National NewsFifteen African trafficking victims found in Kamphaeng Phet expose a Myanmar–Thailand smuggling corridor. Report suspicious vans or safe-houses on hotline 1506 to help stop human trafficking.