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Thai Immigration has recently rolled back the 60-day visa exemption to 30 days whereas Indian nationals must now use the visa-on-arrival system which is in fact the same as it was 18 months ago.

Issues regarding foreigners behaving badly is continuing in Thailand as seen on social media which seems to be occurring both at the street level in the form of pranks, and even higher up as seen in the Thai banking system.

Immigration crackdowns on nominee structures here in Thailand seem not to have impacted tourism, most likely because most people using visa exemption are real tourists who are interested only in tourist activities.

For those over 50 who are looking to retire in Thailand, there a several visa options, but for many reasons, the most optimal choice is still the standard O Retirement Visa.

Thai Immigration crackdowns are targeting illegal businesses and nominee structures no matter what nationality is involved but the demography of each location may be a factor.

A recent incident involving a foreigner arrested for a hit-and-run charge has now escalated as the foreigner is also involved in running a business which is considered a restricted occupation in Thailand.

Scrutiny is still being placed on corporate structures that may be utilizing nominees, but another aspect that should be considered is if fake foreign lawyers are also involved.

Authorities in Thailand are very serious about the issue of nominee style set-ups which also include unlicensed hotels and accommodation that use online booking platforms.

Another incident has occurred regarding foreigners behaving badly in Phuket whereby a woman acted inappropriately on two occasions resulting in law enforcement becoming involved.