# Thai PM Orders Nationwide Crackdown on Illegal Nominee Land Holdings

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/law/335324-thai-pm-orders-nationwide-crackdown-on-illegal-nominee-land-holdings
- Published: 2026-10-21T11:56:48+07:00
- Author: PRD Thailand

**Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has initiated a nationwide operation against
illegal nominee landholdings, targeting 1,397 entities. He aims to enforce laws,
investigate beneficial owners, and prevent future violations by December 2026.**

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## Key Points

 * Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has initiated a nationwide operation targeting
   illegal nominee landholdings, directing authorities to expedite investigations
   and enforce land disposal laws. A press conference on October 19, 2026, revealed
   that 1,397 legal entities are suspected of holding land for foreign nationals,
   valued at roughly 14.01 billion baht.
 * Investigations will extend beyond registered landowners to expose beneficial 
   owners and related transactions. Authorities aim to scrutinize 13,088 entities
   and individuals linked to nominee networks, focusing on comprehensive investigations
   by December 2026.
 * Anutin outlined three key priorities: complete nominee investigations, enforce
   laws rigorously, and close regulatory loopholes to prevent future violations.
   He emphasized evidence-based enforcement regardless of influence, affirming support
   for legitimate investors while ensuring fair and transparent law enforcement.

 Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul has launched a nationwide
operation targeting suspected illegal nominee landholdings. He has directed authorities
to accelerate investigations, enforce land disposal requirements, and strengthen
measures to prevent future violations.

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At a press conference at Government House on October 19, 2026, the Prime Minister
stated that the Department of Lands has identified 1,397 legal entities suspected
of holding land for foreign nationals. These entities control 2,360 plots valued
at approximately 14.01 billion baht. The holdings are subject to compulsory disposal
under Thai law. Authorities are also prioritizing investigations and enforcement
actions involving 13,088 entities and individuals.

Anutin emphasized that investigations should go beyond registered landowners and
shareholders to identify beneficial owners, related financial transactions, assets,
and individuals connected to suspected nominee networks.

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​He outlined three priorities: complete nominee investigations by December 2026,
strictly enforce relevant laws, and close regulatory loopholes to prevent new nominee
arrangements. The Department of Lands and provincial governors have been instructed
to prioritize cases, assign clear responsibilities, and coordinate investigations
with relevant agencies.

The Prime Minister stressed that enforcement must be based on evidence and individual
conduct, regardless of any influence involved. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment
to supporting legitimate domestic and foreign investors while ensuring transparent,
fair, and consistent law enforcement.

**Source** : [Thai PM Launches Nationwide Crackdown on Foreign Nominee Landholdings](https://thailand.prd.go.th/en/content/category/detail/id/52/iid/552293)