Category: Blog

Thailand’s Updated Visa Policies (September 2025) By Formichella & Sritawat Attorneys at Law Thailand has recently formalized several changes to its visa policies. The main goals are to simplify the system, prevent misuse (like “visa runs” and overstays), and better manage tourism. Rather than eliminating visas, the changes restructure them and add new limits on […]

Thailand Ranks 34th as Portugal Tops Global Retirement List The Global Retirement Report 2025 has named Portugal as the top destination for retirees, while Thailand ranks 34th among 44 countries. This report evaluates countries based on factors like retirement visa programs and quality of life, influencing retirees considering relocation. Many countries in Europe and the […]

Drivers under 55 years old can renew their Thai driving licences online starting 4 March 2026 Thai driving licences get digital boost Drivers under 55 years old will be able to renew their driving licences online starting March next year, says a new ministerial regulation published in the Royal Gazette. The measure aims to reduce […]

Vietnam top alternative to Thailand for beach holidays Other findings reflect broader concerns about Thailand’s tourism outlook Vietnam has surpassed other Southeast Asian nations as the leading alternative to Thailand for a tropical beach holiday, according to the latest Bangkok Post survey. More than a quarter of online respondents (26.3%) selected Vietnam as their preferred […]

Thailand to Mandate Tax Declarations for All Citizens by 2027 In a move set to overhaul Thailand’s welfare and tax system, the Ministry of Finance has announced that from 2027, every Thai citizen must file a personal income tax return. This initiative, part of a broader reform effort, aims to enhance fairness and efficiency under […]

Closure of ‘BBC Sounds’ (BBC Radio App) for users outside the UK BBC Sounds has closed for users outside the UK on Monday, 21 July 2025. “Why did you make this change? BBC Studios is a commercial subsidiary of the BBC and is focused on bringing our trusted, world class journalism and storytelling to international […]

Bangkok Lighthouse Late Lunch 29 August 2025 at Unico@23 – Sponsored by Coreharbour Lunchers, Please see the first invite for this month’s lunch We will be dining at Unico@23 with a big thanks to team Coreharbour, and thanks to their team for sponsoring our event If you wish to attend, please pay and register , […]

Drowning Deaths in Thailand Average 10 Per Day — Working-Age Adults Most at Risk Contrary to popular belief that drowning is a hazard primarily for young children, new data from The Department of Disease Control under the Ministry of Public Health reveals that the highest number of drowning deaths occur among adults, particularly those aged […]

New Driving Licence Rule Causes Concern Among Expats in Thailand A recent change in driving licence regulations in Pattaya and Rayong is causing confusion among the foreign community. As of 17th July, foreigners with visas valid for less than a year will only receive two-year driving licences, whether applying for the first time or renewing. […]