Tracking immigration for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Immigration · National NewsThailand now cross-checks visas with Interpol databases after Nordic crime boss arrest. What expats need to know about new enforcement and legal protections.
Tourism · ImmigrationThailand's Public Health Ministry pushes mandatory accident insurance for all tourists amid 100M baht in unpaid bills. Proposal status, costs, and what it means for visitors.
Immigration · HealthAustralian man faces deportation after mental health emergency in Pattaya. Learn about visa consequences and available mental health resources for expats in Thailand.
Immigration · National NewsThai police arrest South Korean loan shark kingpin in Pathum Thani, signaling increased cooperation with Interpol to track foreign criminals hiding in expat areas like Pattaya.
Immigration · HealthFive arrested in Koh Phangan daycare raids. Essential guide for expat parents: how to verify licenses and avoid illegal childcare facilities in Thailand.
Immigration · HealthA stabbing at a Pattaya worker camp highlights recurring alcohol-fueled violence. What residents should know about the pattern and staying safe.
Politics · ImmigrationMultiple retired Chinese officials have fled abroad since January 2026, liquidating assets amid Xi's purges. What this means for Thailand residents and security.
Immigration · TourismUnderstand Thailand's assault penalties, passport seizure rules, and legal consequences for expats in Pattaya. Real cases, actual sentences explained.
ImmigrationUS Embassy Bangkok stops issuing immigrant visas to Thai nationals—part of 75-country freeze. Family-sponsored applications on hold. Learn exemptions and next steps.