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

Mar 25, 2023
2 years ago
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 ๐Ÿ™
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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.
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.
Salvador *******************
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@Paul ******
thanks so much..
Brandon ************
If you'll be doing any work other than very high level executive/president type stuff you'll definitely need a work permit.
David *****
@Brandon ***********
is a work permit even possible on a retirement visa? Would he have to change the visa type?
Brandon ************
@David ****
no, you have to change visa type. Generally only available on Non-B, non-O marriage and non-O volunteer
Phil ********
@Salvador ******************
I'm half joking, but what Brandon said is very true, sir.
Salvador *******************
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@Brandon ***********
Even though I am not going to receive any salary, why is it a non-profit association?
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
Salvador *******************
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Thanks ๐Ÿ™
Phil ********
@Salvador ******************
Ciao!

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

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Salvador *******************
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@Phil *******
It is not like this ..
Phil ********
@Salvador ******************
Volunteering also requires a WP, I'm afraid. ๐Ÿ™ƒ

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