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Thailand visa regulations (30-day visa-free)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2026. Immigration rules change often; always confirm with official sources before you travel. Thailand, a popular destination for expatriates and travelers
Illegal Entry into Thailand: Charges, Removal and Risks for Drivers and Landlords
Illegal entry into Thailand can lead to criminal charges and removal proceedings. Brokers, drivers and accommodation providers may also face liability, depending on their conduct
Buying Cocaine in Thailand? You May Also Be Getting Chalk and Baking Soda
Cocaine sold in Thailand may contain substances the buyer does not expect. In a Bangkok investigation reported in October 2026, police alleged that chalk and baking soda were used to increase saleable quantities. That account is not laboratory confirmation of every package, and neither a seller’s assurance nor higher purity makes cocaine safe.
Can You Take Your Debtor’s Scooter in Thailand? The Risks of DIY Debt Collection
Being owed money does not automatically entitle you to take a debtor’s scooter, laptop or keys in Thailand. Unauthorised taking may expose you to criminal liability, even where a debt exists. The outcome depends on ownership, possession, any lawful security rights, intent, and the way the property was taken.
Lent Your Thai Bank Account to Someone? You Could Face Criminal Charges
Lending your Thai bank account is not automatically a crime. However, opening an account or allowing someone else to use it can trigger criminal liability when the statutory conditions are met, including knowing or having reason to know it will be used for crime. Money laundering and immigration consequences require separate analysis.
Thai Airports Can Open Your Checked Bag: Know Your Rights
From 16 October 2026, security screeners at Thai public airports may open checked baggage without the passenger present when there are reasonable grounds for suspicion under CAAT’s notification. The opening must be recorded and an inspection notice placed inside. This does not create unlimited search powers or blanket immunity for loss or damage.
Can You Be Sued for Criticism in Thailand? Fair Comment Explained
Short answer: Yes. A person or business can sue over criticism in Thailand even where the publisher believes the criticism is accurate, fair and made
Pleading Guilty to Some Charges in Thailand: What Happens to the Rest?
Short answer: A defendant facing several criminal charges in Thailand may plead guilty to one charge and contest the others. The guilty plea does not
Thailand Cannabis Laws in 2026: Prescriptions, Possession and Rules for Foreigners
Thailand cannabis laws in 2026 explained: prescriptions for flower, narcotic extracts, shop licence changes, public smoking and rules for foreigners.
Can Thailand Extradite a UNHCR Refugee? Bai Zhaodong Case Explained
UNHCR refugee status does not automatically stop extradition from Thailand. The Bai Zhaodong case shows why detention, extradition and the statutory ban on return to torture risk must be analysed separately.
Released After 84 Days in Thailand: Why the Criminal Case Can Still Continue
Release after Thailand’s maximum 84-day pre-charge remand period does not end the criminal case. This guide explains Section 87, later prosecution, limitation periods, arrest warrants and extradition.
Thai Shareholder on Paper Only? How Nominee Raids Are Hitting Foreign Business Owners in 2026
A Chiang Mai hostel raid shows why a 51/49 company structure does not protect a foreign-linked business when the Thai shareholder may exist only on paper. We explain the nominee, hotel-licensing, DTV and work-permit risks.