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Long-stay visas for condo buyers in Phuket clarified
Gary Boyle, Published on 22/04/2026
» Immigration authorities and real estate executives held a meeting in Phuket on Tuesday to clarify the new long-stay visa programme for foreign real estate investors, which aims to attract high-potential buyers.
US embassy orders visa applicants to make social media public
Gary Boyle, Published on 21/04/2026
» The US embassy in Bangkok announced on Monday that all US visa applicants must set their social media accounts to public for screening.
Thai private schools facing mass closures this year
Gary Boyle, Published on 16/04/2026
» Private schools in Thailand face a wave of closures this year, with up to 80 institutions expected to shut, reflecting mounting financial pressures across the sector.
Bangkok Songkran to be alcohol-free and end at 10pm
Gary Boyle, Published on 08/04/2026
» Bangkok will ensure water splashing remains alcohol-free citywide during Songkran, with all such activities to end by 10pm.
Russian tour guide arrested
Gary Boyle, Published on 07/04/2026
» Tourist police in Phuket arrested a Russian national for illegally offering tour services on a Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
Thailand plans mandatory accident insurance for foreign visitors
Gary Boyle, Published on 06/04/2026
» Thailand is pushing for regulations that would require international tourists to obtain accident insurance before entering the country, as rising unpaid medical bills and accident risks place a mounting strain on public healthcare.
Govt's visa-free policy 'too easy'
Gary Boyle, Published on 30/03/2026
» The 60-day visa-free entry policy, which was intended to boost tourism recovery, is now under review as authorities weigh its economic benefits against security concerns.
Fake building permit racket uncovered on Koh Samui
Gary Boyle, Published on 23/03/2026
» Authorities on Koh Samui are widening an investigation into construction permit forgery involving at least 10 projects and potentially involving both municipal staff and outsiders.
Intruder into Moo Deng's enclosure arrested
Gary Boyle, Published on 19/03/2026
» A man has been arrested after intruding into the enclosure of famed pygmy hippopotamus Moo Deng at Khao Kheow Open Zoo on Tuesday evening.
Thailand steps up screening of ‘suspicious’ foreigners
Gary Boyle, Published on 16/03/2026
» The Thai Immigration Bureau has denied entry to more than 30 foreigners deemed suspicious after using increased screening measures during the conflict in the Middle East.