A Prime Ministerial regulation on deportation was signed 26 Aug and takes effect 28 Aug. Foreigners who enter or stay illegally, work or run businesses illegally, use forged documents, or commit offences carrying 5+ years' prison can be deported; authorities must be notified at least 15 days before release from prison. For Thai SMEs, the practical point is compliance: check that any foreign staff or partners hold valid work permits and business licences, since illegal foreign workers now face faster removal. The rules also cover "ban from re-entry" orders. Cost-sharing for deportations will follow a separate Interior Ministry rule.