Published: May 8, 2019 - Reading time: 2 minutes
» Updated: June 17, 2024

Is your loved one locked up in a Thai prison or jail? We can offer assistance to prisoners in Thailand through our network of agents in Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket.

Perhaps someone you know is serving time in Thailand long term and you don’t have connections to help them while you’re out of the country. We can act as your eyes and ears on the ground.

While foreign embassies should provide help to prisoners in Thailand, we have found that the support can vary depending on your country of origin and the resources available to your embassy.  When embassy support falls short, we can fill this void, and we are not constrained by rules or red tape that government officials might be. We typically make prison visits more often than embassy staff and can often provide more useful help through our extensive local knowledge.

We can help prisoners in Thailand in the following ways:

• Arranging for our agents to make regular visits to the prison
• Conveying money to the prisoner
• Delivering goods the prisoner may want, such as newspapers, food, toiletries and clothes (where legal and permitted by the Thai authorities)
• Helping to organize the prisoner’s affairs, such as collecting and arranging storage for any possessions they may have left behind
• Relaying messages to and from family members abroad, and providing updates on the situation from a native English speaker
• Organizing travel to and from the prison for family members

We are not judgmental and are happy to assist anyone behind bars in Thailand for whatever reason. In some cases we can also recommend law firms best placed to help prisoners navigate the legal system. We are not able to offer fixed fees for this service, as charges will depend on travel time and the circumstances in each case. Please contact us for a free quote and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Published: April 28, 2019 - Reading time: 7 minutes
» Updated: May 29, 2025

The Thai girl pregnancy scam is a disturbing con that plays on emotions and can lead to serious financial or emotional harm. If you’re spending time with ladies in areas like Pattaya, Bangkok, or Phuket, this is something to be aware of.

Quick Summary (Read This First)

• We cannot check medical records or confirm pregnancy status.
• We can monitor behaviour: drinking, nightlife, or other inconsistencies.
• Background checks and marital status checks can uncover major red flags.
• If she's married, her husband could sue you. This is a real legal risk in Thailand.

How Does the Pregnancy Scam Work?

You meet a Thai bar girl, dancer, or "non-working" girl from Tinder or similar. You spend time together. Maybe the condom breaks—or you didn’t use one. You go home. Days or weeks later, you receive a message: "My period is late... I think I’m pregnant."

The story can then go many ways: she might ask for money for check-ups, talk about needing help for the baby, or even ask for support to stop working while "pregnant." Many men start making plans or sending money at this stage.

Can You Check if a Thai Lady Is Pregnant?

Medical information in Thailand is confidential and protected by law. Many women use private medical clinics where records may not be centrally stored or accessible. It is not possible to check hospital or clinic records without the explicit consent of the individual involved.

Fake Pregnancy Tests in Thailand

Fake pregnancy tests are cheap and easy to get in Thailand. Some women buy them online, others get them from friends who are actually pregnant. We have even observed cases where women sent photos of tests pulled from Google images.

Why Lie About Being Pregnant?

Because it works. Many foreign men feel emotionally trapped once a pregnancy is mentioned. The woman might ask for abortion money (aborting a child is not cheap here), funds to stop working, or even a visa. In some cases, it’s just a way to get more financial support or emotional leverage.

My Thai Girlfriend Is Really Pregnant – What Should I Do?

If your partner is pregnant and has previously worked in a bar, go-go venue, club, massage shop, or any similar nightlife establishment, it would be sensible to arrange a DNA test to confirm paternity. There are various companies in Thailand that offer DNA testing services—including prenatal paternity testing, which can be done before the baby is born.

Please note: we are a private investigation agency and do not offer DNA testing services. If you require this, please search for a provider online—do not contact us requesting DNA testing.

Even if your girlfriend has never worked in a nightlife venue, you should still be cautious. If she lives in a metropolitan area such as Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Chiang Mai, or on an island, and is attractive and speaks good English, there’s a realistic chance she has interacted with multiple men via dating apps. If that’s how you met her, it's quite possible others did too. Unless you’ve been with her 24/7 for months, how can you be certain the baby is yours? Proceed carefully.

Did you know? If your partner is still active on dating apps, this can often be uncovered as part of our background check service.

Don’t Be Fooled

Some women have been running this scam for years. They know precisely what to say and how to behave. We’ve encountered cases where a woman conveniently “miscarried” just before a scheduled ultrasound—by which point, our client had already flown back to Thailand to attend the clinic with her. She knew he would never abandon her when confronted with a flood of crocodile tears. Others have gone so far as to fake entire pregnancies, employing highly convincing tactics.

We Can Help

We offer surveillance, background checks, marital checks and more to help you find out if someone is lying to you. While we cannot confirm pregnancies, we can gather real evidence about the woman's lifestyle and history.

Contact us for a free quote. We offer investigative services across Pattaya, Bangkok, and Phuket.

Note: We do not offer free relationship advice. If you need a consultation without hiring us for investigation work, a fee will apply.

Learn more at Pattaya Private Investigators.

Published: March 24, 2019 - Reading time: 5 minutes
» Updated: October 16, 2024

So, your husband is visiting Pattaya for “golf”, but what’s really going on? Every man we’ve ever investigated who has claimed to visit Pattaya for golf was also seeking something else entirely. While he may have invested in an expensive golfing holiday and is on the course by day, what about the evening and late-night hours? Many men, unfortunately, spend this time picking up women.

Pattaya is not just known for its golf courses. It’s often referred to as the world’s largest hub for sex tourism. In fact, an estimated 27,000 active prostitutes operate in the city at any given time (*source: Huffpost). Men from all walks of life, many of them married, come here with the intent to pay for sex. This includes some men who convince their wives or girlfriends that they’re simply on a golf holiday.

What happens in Pattaya?

Most men that visit Pattaya with the intent to cheat will hire at least one different woman every night during their stay. Our experience shows that this behaviour is common and easy to detect. Some men will even “hire” a woman to stay with them for the entirety of their holiday, essentially paying for a temporary girlfriend. While the golf courses might be real, the promise of fidelity is often not.

There are certainly legitimate golf courses in and around Pattaya. Still, the city’s nightlife — its beer bars, go-go bars, and discos — is its primary attraction for many male tourists. Search for information on Pattaya, and it becomes abundantly clear: this city is designed to cater to men seeking paid companionship. Some might say the golf courses are simply there to provide an alibi.

The reality of sex tourism in Thailand

If your husband is spending time in Pattaya, it’s natural to worry. Thailand is a leading destination for sex tourism, with 150,000–200,000 sex workers working across the country (source: Wikipedia). While many of these women earn a living from local men, foreign tourists make up a significant portion of their clientele.

As a private investigation agency with experience across Thailand, we have seen countless cases where men cheat while they’re here. Even if a man claims to be in Thailand for golf or business, the temptation of Pattaya’s nightlife is often too strong. Some men believe that what happens in Thailand stays in Thailand, especially when their wives or girlfriends are far away.

But this isn’t always the case. With discreet surveillance and photographic evidence, we’ve helped many women uncover the truth about their partners' infidelity. The camera doesn’t lie, and excuses are hard to make when confronted with solid proof.

We can help

If your husband or partner is visiting Thailand on his own, and you suspect something is off, get in touch with us for a free consultation. Our private investigators operate in Pattaya, Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, and across the country, ensuring you get the answers you need.

FAQ

• What are the signs my husband is cheating in Pattaya?
  Common signs include excessive secrecy, unusually long stays, or vague explanations for late nights. Frequenting areas known for their nightlife and bars is also a red flag (this covers almost the entire area of Pattaya City and much of Jomtien).
• How can I get proof of my husband’s activities in Thailand?
  Our private investigation agency specialises in discreet surveillance. We capture high-quality images or videos that provide clear evidence of infidelity.
• Is cheating common among tourists in Thailand?
  Unfortunately, yes. Many tourists, including married men, engage in Thailand’s sex industry. The country’s relaxed laws and the anonymity of being abroad make it a tempting environment for infidelity.
• How prevalent is sex work in Pattaya?
  Pattaya is one of the most notorious hubs for sex tourism globally, with estimates placing the number of sex workers at around 27,000*.

If you're concerned about your partner's trip to Thailand, don’t hesitate to reach out. We have successfully helped hundreds of women discover the truth about their partners.

Learn more about infidelity investigations.

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Published: February 20, 2019 - Reading time: 10 minutes
» Updated: September 2, 2024

Are you involved with a Thai lady that doesn't ask you to send her money? Some men see this as a positive trait in their girlfriends, however, many Thai ladies understand that asking for money from their foreign boyfriend could be seen as a red flag. Whether or not your Thai girlfriend even needs you to send her money will of course depend on her individual circumstances.

Does your Thai girlfriend need money from you?

Without a university degree, or the capital to start a business, it can be very difficult to earn more than the minimum wage in Thailand. If your Thai girlfriend has a good education then she might be able to enter a decent career and earn a good salary.

Does your Thai girlfriend need money from you? The answer to this question will depend on how much money she earns, her lifestyle, whether she has debts or other financial problems, and how many dependants rely on her for support... If a Thai lady has a good education and career, or simply a low-cost lifestyle, then she might not need financial support from you.

At the time of writing, the Thai minimum wage is around 330 THB per day. It can be a struggle to live on such a small amount of money, and especially without support from a spouse. Think about it... Could you live on just 10,000 THB per month (approx.) in a major city? For most of us it would be a real struggle to survive.

Thai women are usually expected to provide for their families, and especially so if they have children that are being raised by their parents. If the lady is earning minimum wage or not much more than minimum wage, it will be difficult to sustain a life for herself, as well as her parents and children.

Of course, many Thai ladies are university educated or entrepreneurial and able to earn excellent salaries. In our experience, it is generally less common for financially well off or 'middle class' ladies to form romantic relationships with foreign men, though it can happen. Some of the Thai ladies most keen to find foreign boyfriends might not be doing so well financially and could benefit from extra support.

My Thai girlfriend doesn’t ask for money

Ladies in Thailand aren't stupid, and many of them understand that asking their newly minted Western boyfriend for money will be seen as a red flag by them. If she is not asking you for money, you need to deeply examine her circumstances and question how she is able to support herself, rather than assume that she will never need support from you. After all, one of the major perks of being with a foreign guy is their ability to help out with money... This is, of course, why a lot of Thai ladies seek out Western men.

If your Thai girlfriend earns enough money to support herself and her family, then there is no reason that she should ask you to help out. However, you will need to really examine your girlfriend’s finances in order to understand exactly how much money she takes home and how much it costs to support herself as well as any of her dependants.

If your Thai girlfriend lives in a city such as Pattaya, Bangkok, Patong, etc, then there is the danger that she could be earning cash on the side through work in the adult entertainment industry. Many women that have regular jobs also “freelance” during the weekends and evenings in order to earn more money. This turns out to be true for many of the Thai women in Pattaya which we investigate for our clients. Without hiring a detective to check the movements of your girlfriend it can be extremely difficult, or impossible in most cases, to find out what she is truly doing when you are not around.

Supporting a Thai girlfriend long term

If your Thai girlfriend is able to get a good education and achieve a university degree for example, then she will have the potential to earn more money than with a basic high school education. Many white-collar jobs in Thailand will require the candidate to have a university degree, or relevant training.

If your Thai partner does not have a career or an education which could lead them to a career, then you might choose to support them through education with the hopes that they can earn more money later on down the line.

A popular alternative amongst foreigners is to help their Thai girlfriends setup a business, with the hope that this could lead to them making more money. Whether or not this path is likely to be successful will depend on the type of business that you decide to pursue, and whether your partner is hard working and skilled enough to get a business of the ground. There are indeed many horror stories which you can find online, but there are also plenty examples of Thai ladies setting up successful businesses with their boyfriends or husband’s support and backing.

Thai girlfriend working in a bar

If your girlfriend works at a bar and you're not sending her money, then it's almost certain she is leaving the bar with customers in order to support herself. Don't kid yourself on this... A bargirl's wage is designed to be propped up by accepting bar fines and regularly leaving the bar with customers. In fact, many bars require a minimum amount of 'bar fines' in order for the lady to receive a base salary.

Most of the time when we are asked to check bar girls in this way for our clients, we discover that the lady is keen to leave the bar and earn money. During other investigations we will observe the lady and find out how many customers she is leaving the bar with during an average night or week. The results are often shocking.

Whether or not you are sending your girlfriend money; if she works at a beer bar in Thailand then she is most certainly still accepting ‘bar fines’, and still going with customers to their hotel rooms. Please, don’t delude yourself into believing that she is different. We have been conducting this type of investigation for many years and can say from experience that the vast majority of ladies who work in beer bars continue their activity despite having boyfriends.

This also applies to women working in go-gos, massage parlours in Thailand, night clubs, karaoke bars, and other roles dealing with the public... However, if your girlfriend works a different job, don't think that you're safe either.

Many women in Pattaya who work regular jobs often turn to freelancing in nightclubs to meet with customers in the evening or night time. Other ladies prefer to meet men using hookup apps or online dating, to earn more money and subsidise their incomes from regular jobs. Other women might already be receiving plenty of money from other boyfriends abroad.

Photo: If your girlfriend works at an a go-go bar or a beer bar then you aren't the only gentleman enjoying her company!

Sending money to a Thai bar girl is not a good idea as you may find yourself falling victim to the classic bar girl scam, where a lady has several men sending her cash on a regular basis… Each of the guys will believe that they are the only man in her life, but the reality is very different. You may read about this scam and think that it could never happen to you – this is exactly what everyone thinks when they are falling victim to a romance scam.

If you decide to support a bar girl, then you should make sure that she stops working in the bar immediately. The claim that "I will work in the bar but not leave with customers" is almost always false.

Ladies perpetrating romance scams might also convince their overseas boyfriend that they are a university student, while in reality they are working in a beer bar or getting wasted every night in a nightclub. Because fraudsters are excellent liars, most victims of the romance scam will never find out what is going on unless they decide to investigate the lady's activities.

Essentially, it should be a cause for concern if your girlfriend doesn't ask for money, unless her finances truly add up. (I.e. she has no dependants, or is able to support her dependents by earning a decent wage). It would be wise to deeply examine your partner's income and cost of living before declaring this to be a positive trait, as she may be concealing other income streams from you. You will need to check whether her story adds up (literally).

Want to learn more about your partner's circumstances and history? We can help to check your Thai girlfriend by running a background check or checking her claims through personal surveillance or our decoy service. Please contact us for a free quote, or continue browsing our website for more free information and insights.

Learn more about Pattaya Private Investigators on our homepage.

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