Phuket Airport to open automated e-passport gates in departure area
Phuket Airport Immigration says new automated e-passport gates will open in the international departure area as part of efforts to speed up passenger processing.
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Phuket Airport says immigration service follows official procedures with no extra fees
Phuket International Airport says immigration clearance follows official procedures and that there is no policy to charge extra fees for faster service, as officials investigate reports raised on social media.
Vietnam Airlines, AOT sign MOU to resume direct Ho Chi Minh City-Phuket flights on July 2
Vietnam Airlines and Airports of Thailand have signed an MOU to resume direct Ho Chi Minh City-Phuket flights from July 2, 2026, and are discussing possible additional routes.
AOT, Vietnam Airlines plan to resume Ho Chi Minh City-Phuket flights on July 2
Airports of Thailand and Vietnam Airlines have signed a cooperation agreement while preparing to resume the Ho Chi Minh City-Phuket route on July 2, 2026.
Phuket restaurant owner says foreign tourist refused to pay bill in Chalong
A restaurant owner in Chalong, Phuket, said a foreign female tourist allegedly refused to pay for her meal on May 24 after complaining about the taste only after finishing the order.
Darasamut Underpass to close overnight in Phuket for Smart City upgrade works
Phuket’s Darasamut Underpass will be shut nightly from 8pm to 6am for Smart City upgrade works, including a new electrical system, license plate recognition cameras and upgraded traffic signs.
Saphan Hin fly infestation prompts health concerns and calls for urgent action
Residents in Saphan Hin say a fly infestation is disrupting homes, schools and food businesses, while health concerns and calls for urgent official intervention are growing.
Some airlines keep Phuket capacity as Middle East-Thailand seats drop sharply
Middle East-Thailand air seat capacity fell 33.7% in May, but some airlines maintained Phuket services, which TAT says reflects continued demand from long-stay and luxury travellers.
Thailand DSI sends full Villa Andaman nominee property case to prosecutors
Thailand’s Department of Special Investigation said it has sent the full Villa Andaman case, including all 31 suspects, to prosecutors in a nominee property probe involving Phuket and Surat Thani.
Three seriously injured in three-vehicle crash in Thalang
Three people were taken to hospital after a three-vehicle crash on Srisoontorn Rd in Thalang on Saturday morning, police said.
Phuket officials prepare traffic and security plans for upcoming royal visit
Phuket officials have reviewed security, traffic and airport arrangements ahead of an upcoming royal visit, including the route for a royal procession and events at Chalermprakiat School.