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Work Permit Thailand
A Thai work permit allows a non-Thai citizen to legally work and operate a business in Thailand.
Work permits can be obtained by both skilled workers and standard employees and are a mandatory requirement in order to be able to work in Thailand.
What is a Work Permit in Thailand?
A work permit in Thailand is a legal document which clearly states a foreigner’s position, occupation, or job description and the name and details of the Thai company they will be working for. It also acts as a license to perform a job/occupation for a foreigner in Thailand.
Foreigners who enter Thailand are not permitted to work (regardless of the Visa they hold) unless they have applied for and received a valid work permit. Those who wish to work in Thailand must hold the correct type of Visa, a Non-Immigrant B Visa, to be eligible to apply for a work permit.
Individuals may only work for the company listed on the Thai work permit. This is because the work permit is issued to the employee for the specific company and location only.
• Duration of stay
Depending on the program chosen, holders can stay in Thailand for 5, 10 or 20 years.
• Financial Requirements
N/A
• 90 Day Reporting
If you stay in Thailand for >90 days, you must submit a 90 day report at the local Immigration Office. Thailand Elite staff can file your report on your behalf.
• Leaving and re-entering Thailand?
Thailand Elite Visas are multiple entry.
• Is employment permitted?
Holders of a Thailand Elite visa are not permitted to work.
• Further requirements
Applicants must satisfy the following the following:
- Have no overstay in Thailand.
- Be at least 20 years old
- Have no criminal history
Pricing
FROM
THB 15,000 *
+ 7% VAT
10 Business days
(Average time from the moment we receive
all the required information from you)
* + Government Fees THB 100 application fee
+ THB 3,000 per work permit
Application handled by a visa and immigration expert
Scope of work
- Assistance in the preparation of all required Government forms for the work permit.
- Assistance in the preparation of the required supporting documents. This includes coordinating with the client’s employer to obtain the relevant documents and make sure they are signed and stamped where needed.
- Visa expert will accompany the applicant to the Ministry of Labour and provide assistance.
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What is the process for obtaining a Work Permit?
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Pre-application requirements
Our experts can assist you with the initial steps for applying for your work permit and walk you through all the relevant requirements.
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x business days
Collecting documents and filing the application
Our team of experts will collect, collate and fill in all the required documents, ready for your signature.
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A few days to collect documents from the parties and prepare the application.
Submission of application
Our Visa expert will accompany you to the Labor Office to file all the documents and application forms.
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One day for filing the application x day for collecting the visa
Frequently asked questions
about Work Permit in Thailand
What is a Thai Work Permit?
A work permit in Thailand is a legal document which clearly states a foreigner’s position, occupation, or job description and the name and details of the Thai company they will be working for. It also acts as a license to perform a job/occupation for a foreigner in Thailand.
Does a foreigner who works in Thailand but has his salary paid by the parent company outside Thailand need a work permit?
Yes, because the person in question is working in Thailand. It doesn’t matter where the money comes from, all foreigners working in Thailand must have a valid work permit unless exempted.
What happens if I quit my job?
In the event of you leaving your job, you must surrender your work permit to the Labor Department no more than 10 days after leaving your position.
Can a foreigner start working after submitting an application for a work permit?
No, it is not possible to start working until a full work permit has been granted, unless the employee is working for a business promoted by the BOI (Board of investment).
Can a foreigner work 2 different jobs in Thailand?
Yes, however, the employee will need to submit a new work permit application for each additional job. The new job details will be added to the existing work permit book.
What kind of work a foreigner can do in Thailand?
Individuals may only work for the company listed on the Thai work permit. This is because the work permit is issued to the employee for the specific company and location only.
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