Thailand's new deportation regulation, signed by PM Anutin on August 26, took effect August 28, 2026. It streamlines the expulsion of foreign nationals who violate Thai law or engage in illegal activities, granting the Interior Ministry Secretary-General authority to expedite deportation orders. The regulation covers illegal entry, unlicensed work, document forgery, and serious criminal convictions (5+ years); deportations to countries of origin or third nations must respect human rights and international obligations, with a 30-day timeline (extendable to 90 days) for third-country transfers. While aimed at improving security, this affects SMEs relying on foreign staff and expat communities operating in Thailand.