Immigration police in Phuket, Thailand, arrested a Portuguese woman on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, after discovering she had overstayed her visa by 1,807 days. The arrest took place during an inspection of a restaurant in Koh Kaew, Muang Phuket, as part of an ongoing immigration campaign. Biometric checks revealed the extent of her overstay, prompting the authorities to take action. The woman allegedly remained in Thailand nearly five years beyond the expiration of her permitted stay. Details of the ongoing investigation and potential charges were not immediately released. This arrest highlights Thailand’s efforts to enforce immigration laws and address long-term visa overstays. The case was initially reported by Khaosod English.