Phuket Cracks Down on Illegal Foreign-Owned Businesses

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Phuket Cracks Down on Illegal Foreign-Owned Businesses

Phuket Immigration has arrested 11 foreigners in a crackdown on illegal nominee businesses, targeting 15 suspected enterprises. Led by Police Colonel Kriangkrai Ariyaying, the operation exposed foreign nationals using Thai nominees to run prohibited businesses. Four Chinese nationals were detained for visa overstays, illegal entry, and operating restricted businesses—one overstayed by 1,317 days. Seven Myanmar nationals were arrested for working without valid permits. Authorities, following orders from top police officials, are tightening controls to prevent foreign-owned nominee businesses from undermining Thai enterprises and urge the public to report suspicious activities.