Phuket authorities launched a comprehensive inspection campaign targeting crimes by foreigners to boost the island’s reputation among potential visitors. The ‘white accommodation scheme for foreigners’ was announced by Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew. The scheme is being overseen by Pol. Col. Thanet Sukchai, Superintendent of Phuket Immigration, The Phuket News reported.
The scheme aims to work with landlords who have foreigners residing on their properties, including rented houses, apartments, condos, and hotels. Inspectors will verify that these landlords are following the correct immigration reporting procedures as per Section 38 of the Immigration Act and not harbouring any foreigners illegally.
Landlords will be asked to monitor the behaviour of foreigners staying at their residences to ensure no inappropriate activities are being carried out, with a…
