Can I act as president of a non-profit in Thailand with a retirement visa?

Retirement Visa Non-Profit Association Work Permit Bank Account Foreign Directors Immigration Law

Mar 25, 2023

2 years ago

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Hello everyone, I live in Bangkok with a retirement visa, but also a non-profit association already established in Thailand wants to name me president and they also want to give me a delegate to open a bank account as president of the same association... the question en: can I do this with a retirement visa?  or do I have to have a work permit?  I would really appreciate any suggestion...thank you very much in advance 🙏

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A person with a retirement visa in Thailand is seeking clarification on whether they can serve as president of a non-profit association and if they need a work permit for this role. The comments advise that while high-level roles may not require a work permit, practical activity could. It's recommended to consult with a lawyer familiar with immigration and labor laws for accurate guidance.

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Ben ******

If all else fails, get the treasurer or the secretary of the association to do it.

2 years ago

Paul *******

You're better off having a lawyer who knows the ins and outs of immigration and labor department law advise you.

However, my understanding is that the law was amended a few years ago, allowing foreign directors of companies the right to do certain activities such as sign documents and attend meetings without the need for a work permit.

To advise you properly, please seek out an experienced law firm.

2 years ago

Salvador *******************

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@Paul ******

thanks so much..

2 years ago

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Salvador *******************

Brandon ************

If you'll be doing any work other than very high level executive/president type stuff you'll definitely need a work permit.

2 years ago

David *****

@Brandon ***********

is a work permit even possible on a retirement visa? Would he have to change the visa type?

2 years ago

Brandon ************

@David ****

no, you have to change visa type. Generally only available on Non-B, non-O marriage and non-O volunteer

2 years ago

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Brandon ************

Phil ********

@Salvador ******************

I'm half joking, but what Brandon said is very true, sir.

2 years ago

Salvador *******************

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@Brandon ***********

Even though I am not going to receive any salary, why is it a non-profit association?

2 years ago

Brandon ************

@Salvador ******************

as Phil said, even volunteering for no pay requires a work permit in Thailand. A husband picking up a napkin at his wife's restaurant can get him in trouble without a work permit

2 years ago

Salvador *******************

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Thanks 🙏

2 years ago

Phil ********

@Salvador ******************

Ciao!

and if you've been doing any volunteering until now, delete this post & change your name, mate.

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2 years ago

Salvador *******************

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@Phil *******