Picture courtesy: The Phuket Express

 

Two Pakistani nationals have been arrested in Patong for selling herbs without legal permits, highlighting ongoing issues with unauthorised business activities in the popular tourist area. The police apprehended the individuals at a rented room on Soi Ratcha Uthit 200 Pi Road following reports of their illicit sales operations.

 

Authorities discovered that the pair were distributing promotional materials to advertise their herbal products without the necessary authorisation. Under Thai law, selling herbs and similar products is a protected occupation reserved exclusively for Thai nationals, making the Pakistani men's activities illegal.

The suspects were taken to Patong Police Station, where they were charged with working without a work permit. In Thailand, foreigners must obtain a work permit to engage in any form of employment, including sales and entrepreneurial activities. Violations can result in hefty fines and deportation.

 

Details regarding the specific types of herbs sold have not been disclosed, nor have the personal details of the detainees. Nevertheless, the incident underscores the importance of adhering to local regulations amid Phuket’s dynamic tourist economy, reported The Phuket Express.

 

-- 2025-02-17

 

 

8 hours ago, webfact said:

Under Thai law, selling herbs and similar products is a protected occupation reserved exclusively for Thai nationals, making the Pakistani men's activities illegal.

Bye

Oh please! Half of Pattaya sells "magic herbs for every illness" to tourists and other s*ckers, and I haven't heard even a beep regarding illegal foreigners.

IMHO, probably THE most dangerous species inhabiting this planet: Pakistanis.

The epicentre of terrorism. 

Shambolic economy, unemployed youth easy targets to become jihadis.