Russian tour guide arrestedPHUKET: Tourist police arrested a Russian national for illegally offering tour services on a Destination Thailand Visa (DTV). They also seized a Russian-language tour itinerary as evidence. Police made the arrest on Saturday as part of a broader crackdown on foreigners taking up local jobs ahead of the Songkran festival. Authorities have charged the suspect with operating a tour business without a licence, working as an unlicensed tour guide, and working in Thailand without a permit as a foreign national. Police have transferred the suspect to investigators for legal proceedings and will seek visa revocation and deportation.

Source: Bangkok Post April 05, 2026 22:55 UTC