Can I enter Thailand on a tourist visa and later switch to a business visa?

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Jun 1, 2021

3 years ago

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Hi all 

Does anyone know if you can enter on a tourist visa and then move onto a business visa?

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Yes, it is possible to enter Thailand on a tourist visa and then switch to a business visa, provided you have all the necessary paperwork and your future employer is informed. However, the success of this transition depends on the discretion of the immigration office.

Garrett ***********

Yes you can.

3 years ago

Ryan ******

Yes

3 years ago

Benjamin ******

Yes you can, however only if the immigration office is willing to do it, and if your business has all the paperwork. DO NOT try to enter Thailand without letting your future employer know.

3 years ago

Sammy *******

a "business visa"? what are you interested in doing? opening a business, working for someone, or...?

3 years ago

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