Police Inspect 700 Chinese in Bo Win Condos

On 21 May 2026, Chon Buri immigration police, supported by local officers, carried out a coordinated inspection of 10 condominium buildings in Bo Win, Si Racha district, Chon Buri province, where more than 700 Chinese nationals were found residing. Authorities confirmed that over 100 individuals were found to be in breach of immigration reporting requirements, prompting immediate fines and further investigations into their activities.

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At around 08:30, Pol Col Naphatsong Khositsuriyamanee, superintendent of Chon Buri Immigration Police, led a team of more than 50 officers in cooperation with Bo Win police station. The operation covered 10 condominium buildings in Moo 3, Bo Win subdistrict. It formed part of a nationwide policing policy aimed at tackling illegal foreign labour and immigration violations.

Officers focused on checking documentation and compliance with the requirement under Section 38 of the Immigration Act 1979, which obliges landlords or property managers to notify authorities within 24 hours when foreign nationals take up residence. Initial findings confirmed that over 100 Chinese nationals had failed to report their place of stay within the legal timeframe.

Each of those individuals was issued a fine of 2,000 baht in accordance with established legal procedures. Authorities stated that the broader group of more than 700 residents remains under scrutiny while officers continue to verify documentation and assess whether any individuals may be involved in illegal employment or other offences.

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Manager Online reported that police are currently compiling detailed records of all residents and conducting identity verification checks. Further inquiries will focus on possible links to unauthorised work or other violations of Thai law. A full report will be submitted once the inspection process is completed, and additional enforcement action may follow depending on the outcome of the investigation.

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Adapted by ASEAN Now MGRonline 22 May 2026