Can I obtain a work permit with a Non Imm O visa without retirement restrictions if I'm married to a Thai?

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I got another Non Imm O visa today, marriage reasons if that matters. When I picked it up and checked for correctness I see remark stating “Employment Prohibited”. Again this is because I’m married not for retirement. I asked and the lady said”you applied for non Imm o”. I said “yes but marriage not retirement”. Her reply was “non Imm o cannot work”. This is same lady I had issues with when appplying. She would not accept documents that I’ve been supplying for last three years for same visa. 

Will this effect me getting a WP if my company assigns me to a project in Thailand?  I haven’t had to for three years which is why I’m getting non Imm o instead of B but it could happen. I did not have time or will to argue with her as I need to apply for Thai pass. I’m coming in less than two weeks.

Will this effect me getting a WP if my company assigns me to a project in Thailand?  I haven’t had to for three years which is why I’m getting non Imm o instead of B but it could happen. I did not have time or will to argue with her as I need to apply for Thai pass. I’m coming in less than two weeks.

Ask Thailand · Answer

A user recently received a Non Imm O visa for marriage reasons but noticed a remark stating 'Employment Prohibited'. They are concerned this will affect their ability to acquire a work permit for an upcoming assignment in Thailand. There is conflicting advice in comments: some assert that holders of a Non O visa can work if they secure a work permit, while others emphasize that the 'Employment Prohibited' remark implies they cannot apply for a work permit. The situation is further complicated by past encounters with immigration officials who seemed unhelpful. This highlights the confusion surrounding the rights to work under different visa types in Thailand.

Warren ******** · Answer

I have a Non O  that doesnt have Employment Prohibited ( Married to a Thai) You can have a work permit if you have this visa .I would challenge this . Did  you submit the documents required such as your wife's ID Blue book and Marriage Certificate at the time of application ?

Peter ********** · Answer

The Thailand Marriage Visa also allows the holder to work in Thailand when the visa holder is able to obtain a valid Thai Work Permit to go along with the visa. Thats what I read, bit confusing.

John ********** · Answer

It's a multiple entry visa issued outside of Thailand. While in Thailand on that visa you will not be able to work. The visa says nothing about whether you are married or not as far as I can see.