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What visa agent can help? O 'retirement' renewal, no 800k baht!)
That criteria includes "consideration" and competent officials, i.e. IOs have discretion when it comes to the outcome of that consideration. -
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Bangkok bank .face scan.
I had the same issue. After the 2nd or 3rd try, I squinted enough to figure it out and blink and turn my head the right way. The next time I stopped at the bank I mentioned the issue to the banking lady. She said there was no work around, but if I really needed to do whatever was to be done, go to the bank branch and get her help. Unfortunately, in Phimai doing anything that needs help I am looking at an easy hour wait. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 3 July 2025
Phuket Cannabis Shops Raided in Major Regulatory Crackdown Picture courtesy of The Phuket News In a decisive move, officials in Phuket's Cherng Talay area have shuttered seven cannabis shops after a series of raids exposed widespread regulatory violations. Authorities from the Thalang District Office, in partnership with the Phuket Public Health Office and local police, carried out the operation yesterday, July 2, from 1.30pm to 4.30pm, targeting eight businesses in total. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365600-phuket-cannabis-shops-raided-in-major-regulatory-crackdown/ -
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What visa agent can help? O 'retirement' renewal, no 800k baht!)
For example the Swiss Embassy. Don't call other clueless if you have limited knowledge. -
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Report Phuket Cannabis Shops Raided in Major Regulatory Crackdown
Picture courtesy of The Phuket News In a decisive move, officials in Phuket's Cherng Talay area have shuttered seven cannabis shops after a series of raids exposed widespread regulatory violations. Authorities from the Thalang District Office, in partnership with the Phuket Public Health Office and local police, carried out the operation yesterday, July 2, from 1.30pm to 4.30pm, targeting eight businesses in total. Only one outlet was found compliant, while the others faced immediate suspension. Violations included on-premises smoking at two locations and failure to submit required PorTor 27 and PorTor 28 forms—critical documents for tracking sourcing and inventory—at five shops. Additionally, three businesses were improperly advertising cannabis, and two sold extracts without proper authorisation. Samples from these shops are now under scrutiny to determine if they breach the Herbal Products Act or the stricter Narcotics Code. A district spokesperson confirmed, “The licences of all seven shops have been suspended effective immediately. The shops must cease all operations while the investigations continue.” This crackdown reflects the Thai government's heightened efforts to regulate cannabis following its decriminalisation in 2022. While cannabis is legal, strict rules govern its sale and consumption, particularly in tourist hotspots like Phuket. Government officials stress that this operation is just the beginning, as they plan further inspections to enforce compliance with Ministry of Public Health regulations. The community has voiced increasing concern over lax controls, citing issues with unauthorised smoking lounges and aggressive marketing tactics. As officials intensify oversight, they urge cannabis business owners to thoroughly understand and adhere to the law to avoid harsh penalties, including potential permanent closures. Business operators are reminded that while cannabis offers new commercial avenues, compliance with the law is non-negotiable. Failure to do so may result in significant fines or loss—both financially and reputationally. With 1 Thai Baht equating to about £0.022, fines and business losses can quickly escalate. As the situation unfolds, entrepreneurs in Thailand's budding cannabis sector must navigate this complex regulatory landscape diligently to ensure they remain on the right side of the law. Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-07-03
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