The government is reviewing Thai nationality application procedures and citizenships granted over the past year, ahead of amendments to the 1965 Nationality Act. Authorities will also watch for foreigners using Thai ID documents or Thai nominees to set up companies, and are checking unlicensed short-term rentals advertised online. For a Thai SME, expect tighter scrutiny of company registrations with foreign links or nominee shareholders, and make sure any short-term rental you run has the proper licence. No immediate action is required beyond checking your own company's shareholding and rental status.
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