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The Thai Government is cracking down on people working illegally in Thailand but their idea to reduce the number of days provided in the visa-free scheme may not be the proper solution.

The Thailand Elite (Privilege) Visa which was originally sold as a hassle-free retirement visa is now facing issues including visa holders being questioned by Immigration over issues such as length of stay and finances.

Thai Elite Visa holders are facing questions regarding their finances etc., which could also happen to DTV holders who could be considered to be living here using border runs on a visa that only allows one extension.

Thailand may reduce the 60-day visa free period with the idea that it will reduce the number of people with criminal intent even though the DTV provides up to 180 days stay at a stretch.

The Visa Pause earlier imposed by the Trump Administration is now putting a strain on the medical sector as the authorities have slowed down visa processing for foreign doctors from certain countries.

An AI Command Centre has come online at Suvarnabhumi Airport which integrates multiple agencies to aid with passenger flow but will also be able to coordinate with systems outside the airport on a day to day basis.

Many incidences of foreigners behaving badly have occurred in the recent past, including over the Thai New Year period, which could push the Thai Government to review the rules and protocols of the present Immigration Act

Thailand has introduced some new rules regarding those who wish to spend time in Thailand as a tourist of which one such rule requires that tourists are able to support themselves financially whilst in the Kingdom.