Updates Regarding Thailand's Visa & Immigration Policies & Protocols

Updates regarding regulatory changes which will impact immigration and visa matters in Thailand.

Sham Thai Marriages and Thai Marriage Visas

Recently, news reports have noted incidents of fake Thai marriages arranged in an effort to obtain Thai marriage visas.

Recently Promulgated Labor Ministry Work Permit Penalties Under Review

The Thai Ministry of Labor recently promulgated new rules, fines, and penalties associated with work authorization, or lack thereof, in Thailand. A moratorium has been placed on these rules and they are being reviewed before further enactment.

Is Increased VAT on Online Purchases Likely in the Future?

It seems likely that very shortly online purchases in Thailand will have increased amounts of Value Added Tax (VAT) assessed.

Expediting Deportations from Thailand

Although seemingly counter-intuitive, sometimes it is beneficial to expedite a deportation from Thailand.

Could There Be a Single ASEAN Visa Scheme?

IT is possible that we may one day see a unified visa system for all members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

Could US Embassy Consular Processing Functions Be Moved To DHS?

There has been recent high level discussion about moving the Consular Processing functions of US Embassies and Consulates, under the authority of the State Department, to the Department of Homeland Security.

Can Legal Service Results Be Guaranteed?

Outcomes in legal proceedings are difficult, if not impossible, to guarantee.

The Board of Investment (BOI) and the Thailand 4.0 Initiative

The Thailand 4.0 initiative is being undertaken with assistance from the Thai Board of Investment (BOI)

Trump Travel Ban Partially Reinstated by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has partially re-instated certain element of Trump's so-called travel ban on incoming travelers to the USA of specific nationalities.

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