Most people do not think about Samut Prakarn Prison much, but for many people who are arrested at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), are sent here, since Bangkok’s largest airport is actually located in neighboring Samut Prakarn Province. This does not mean that every person arrested at the airport will necessarily remain in Samut Prakarn Prison. A prisoner’s location may depend on the alleged offence, the responsible police station, the court handling the case, the person’s sex, their custody status and whether they are later transferred. Before travelling to the prison, it is therefore important to confirm exactly where the prisoner is being held.

Thailand Bail continues its profile of the various Thai prisons that we work at. In this article, we are featuring the Samut Prakarn Prison, located outside Bangkok to the east. Despite the Samut Prakarn Court being located fairly close to Bangkok, the Samut Prakarn Prison is located quite a distance away from the city. It takes approximately 1-2 hours from various parts of Bangkok, depending on traffic. On the way to visit this prison, you will notice how rural the landscape becomes. Once you arrive, you will have to register to visit the prisoner who you are coming to see. Standard registration documents are needed, and you will have Read more