Legal Services & Resources 

The Thailand Elite Visa (Thailand Privilege Visa) was originally intended to be a hassle free visa but has recently come up with some new requirements especially regarding work for those who are employed outside Thailand.

Some regulations regarding the Thai Retirement Visa may be changing specifically in the context of banking documentation and details regarding the visa holder's home.

The Thai Government plans to not only revise the visa-exemption period back to 30 days, they have also decided to reduce the number of countries eligible for this scheme, aimed to cut those staying in Thailand illegally.

Banking in Thailand for some types of visa is becoming increasingly onerous with one exeption being the O Visa whereby a bank account is in fact a requirement as proof that one's finances meet the threshold for the Visa.

There have been reports regarding certain changes with respect to banking documentation required by Immigration Offices specifically regarding the period for bank statements which may differ between districts.

Constant incidents of foreign tourists behaving badly in Thailand has led to Phuket officials arranging a seminar attended by foreign Consuls to discuss the matter which most likely will result in stricter law enforcement measures.

A Thai MP has brought up a concern that some foreign nationals are trying to remain in Thailand without going through the proper channels wherein many are also working illegally, including in restricted occupations.

The Thai Authorities take the issue of working illegally in Thailand seriously, more so if it involves children, as can be seen by a recent raid on an illegal school in one of the southern islands.

A Thai MP has raised concerns regarding the Visa-Free Scheme in Thailand as he feels that the number of incidents involving bad behaviour and working illegally has risen, requiring the need for stricter control.

The recent crackdowns in Thailand on illegally set up businesses, especially in Tourist destinations, has uncovered over 4,000 businesses involving foreign nationals which could result in negative outcomes for those involved.