Myanmar Nationals Arrested for Illegal Employment in Samut Songkhram
Immigration authorities in Samut Songkhram have arrested two Myanmar nationals for working in violation of Thai labor laws at a construction site.
On October 29, 2026, immigration police in Samut Songkhram, supported by local employment officials and the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC), conducted an operation at a housing construction site in Lat Yai, Samut Songkhram province. According to reports from Khaosod Online, authorities apprehended two Myanmar nationals during the raid. The first individual, a 42-year-old man identified as Mr. Aung, was arrested for working outside the scope of his permitted employment, specifically for acting as a subcontractor for drainage pipe installation. The second individual, a 37-year-old man identified as Mr. On, was arrested for working without a valid work permit. Both suspects have been transferred to the Lat Yai Police Station for further legal proceedings. For residents and expatriates, this incident highlights the strict enforcement of Thai labor regulations regarding foreign workers and the specific restrictions placed on job categories available to non-citizens. It serves as a reminder that all foreign nationals must ensure their work permits strictly align with their actual employment activities. At this time, it remains to be confirmed what specific penalties the individuals will face or if the construction project will face further scrutiny regarding its hiring practices.
