193 Thai Nationals Repatriated from Cambodia Following Anti-Scam Operation
Thai immigration authorities have processed 193 citizens returned from Cambodia, with 18 individuals identified as having outstanding arrest warrants related to call center fraud.
On October 8, 2026, Thai immigration officials at the Ban Khlong Luek permanent border checkpoint in Sa Kaeo province received 193 Thai nationals repatriated from Cambodia. According to Khaosod Online, these individuals were detained by Cambodian authorities during a series of operations targeting transnational online scam networks and call center gangs.
Upon their arrival, Thai officials, led by the Immigration Bureau, conducted rigorous screening procedures, including the National Referral Mechanism (NRM). Preliminary checks revealed that 18 of the returnees are currently subject to active arrest warrants linked to call center fraud operations. The remaining individuals are undergoing standard processing protocols for returning citizens.
For residents and travelers, this event highlights the ongoing regional crackdown on illegal cyber-crime syndicates operating across borders. While the border crossing remains operational, travelers in the Sa Kaeo area may notice increased security presence or administrative activity as authorities manage the processing of these returnees. It remains to be confirmed how the legal proceedings for the 18 individuals with warrants will unfold and whether further repatriations are expected as Cambodian authorities continue their enforcement actions against these criminal networks. Travelers are advised to monitor local news for any potential disruptions to border transit procedures.
