Ranong toughens crackdown on illegal workers
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Ranong authorities are toughening the crackdown on illegal workers, following increasing complaints.
Santi Nantasuwan, a city officer, said that there are complaints that these foreigners are setting up stalls selling food and other stuff, though this is the profession reserved for Thai nationals.
Santi said that the city would first warn the foreigners. Further violation is subjected to a fine of up to Bt20,000 and up to 5 years of imprisonment.
He also revealed that Thai employers could be fined for Bt10,000-Bt100,000 for hiring an illegal worker. Those workers without proper permits are subjected to 5 years of imprisonment or a fine of Bt2,000-Bt100,000 or both.
