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UPDATE: Zhang Yong arrested in Phuket after a 2,823-day overstay

A 52-year-old Chinese man identified as Zhang Yong was arrested in Phuket after a Chinese Embassy request concerning a court warrant in China; he was charged over a 2,823-day Thai visa overstay.

UPDATE: Chabad Patong to hold reduced Rosh Hashanah event from 4pm to 9pm on 11 September

Chabad Patong’s reduced Rosh Hashanah event will run at Chabad House Patong from 4pm to 9pm on 11 September 2026, with the Novotel venue dropped and attendance capped at 800 after tighter Phuket security conditions.

Phuket officials consider faster processing for foreign student ED visas

A proposed digital system would allow document submissions, application tracking and alerts for incomplete applications.

Phuket accelerates foreign student visa certification reforms to curb overstays

Phuket authorities are reviewing staffing, coordination and digital systems to make foreign student visa certification more efficient and reduce overstay cases.

South Korean fraud suspect arrested after staying in Phuket

Thai authorities arrested a South Korean man wanted over an alleged investment fraud after he spent time at several accommodations in Phuket and later hid in Nonthaburi.

Phuket reviews foreign student visa process to support regional education hub goal

Phuket officials and education representatives have discussed improving documentation and coordination for foreign students applying for Non-Immigrant ED visas.

Thailand warns foreign tourists of visa revocations after reported Phuket misconduct

Thailand says it may revoke tourist visas for foreign visitors who cause trouble or act inappropriately, following reports of disruptive behaviour in Phuket and Koh Samui.

Israeli and French men face visa revocation after Koh Samui flag dispute

Surat Thani officials are seeking the visa revocation and deportation of two foreign nationals after a dispute involving a Palestinian flag escalated on Koh Samui.

Phuket labour officials step up checks on foreign workers

Thailand’s Labour Ministry is increasing inspections in Phuket amid concerns over illegal employment and suspected nominee businesses.

South Korean fugitive arrested in Phuket after 2,992-day overstay

A South Korean man wanted under an Interpol Red Notice was arrested at a condominium in Mueang Phuket District after allegedly overstaying his visa for more than eight years.

UPDATE: South Korean man wanted under Interpol Red Notice arrested in Phuket

Thai authorities arrested South Korean national Mr Lee in Phuket over alleged drug trafficking and fraud after a 2,992-day overstay; biometric checks confirmed his identity under an Interpol Red Notice.