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Can I still obtain a one-year multiple entry Non-B visa in Penang or Kota Bharu after recent changes?
Non-B VisaMultiple Entry VisaThailand Visa RulesVisa ExtensionWork PermitImmigration IssuesExpat Advice
Sep 20, 2018
8 years ago
Bo ************
ORIGINAL POSTERHey guys,
I'm in Thailand with a WP. My visa is about to expire.
I'd like to get the non-b one year multiple entry one again, but last time I was in Penang I heard you can't get those anymore there. Does anyone know if this info is still accurate? Or where I could still get one? (I heard Kota Bharu?)
Thanx.
I'm in Thailand with a WP. My visa is about to expire.
I'd like to get the non-b one year multiple entry one again, but last time I was in Penang I heard you can't get those anymore there. Does anyone know if this info is still accurate? Or where I could still get one? (I heard Kota Bharu?)
Thanx.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion highlights recent changes regarding the issuance of the one-year Non-Immigrant B visa in Thailand, particularly in Penang and Kota Bharu. It mentions that only company directors or owners are eligible for this visa type, with a shift away from allowances for foreign employees of Thai companies. Alternatives include applying for a one-year Extension of Stay through local immigration offices. Participants in the conversation express frustration over the evolving rules and provide insights on the necessary documentation required for extensions.
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Joe ******
If your work permit is valid for at least an other 8 months, it should not be a problem to get 1 year Non-B in Penang, doesn't matter if you have your own company or are employed by someone else.
Gillian **********
@Robert ******
thanks a million! 🙂Robert *******
If your Visa or Extension of Stay allows you to stay longer than 90 days inside Thailand, you make 90 day reports at Immigration.
Gillian **********
@Robert ******
thank you! And sorry youve probably answered this 10,000 times - do I report every 90 days or do I border bounce?Robert *******
@Gillian *********
Yes, your company has to provide documentation, best option is to get the hand out with requirements form the Samui Immigration Office.Gillian **********
Hello-so are you saying at the end of my 3-month Non-B (working) I can go to immigration on Koh Samui and extend for 1 year no problem? and I just bring documents from my company? Is there anything in particular my company must provide to be granted this extension?
Joe ***********
The reason this change is a problem is that in the past employers did not have to prove much of anything and it was low cost to no cost to just send employees to Penang.. Now we see with Extensions of Stay done at local immigration some employers are reluctant to try to prove compliance with certain Thai laws related to taxes and hiring sufficient numbers of required Thai employees.
Joe ***********
The only One Year option for a Foreign Employee is an Extension of Stay acquired at Thai Immigration via application by the employer or their agent.. The employee could theoretically do the application work but would need extensive documentation, assistance and cooperation from the employer:
Joe ***********
Bottomline - A Foreign Employee of a Thai Registered Company cannot get a One Year Multi Entry B Visa Anywhere Anymore.. case closed
Ellie *******
In Penang, the conditions of only company directors for non-b multiple came out early this June, 2018.
First report in this group was on 5th June or around that date.
First report in this group was on 5th June or around that date.
Robert *******
Yes, only 90 days unless director/owner. I know lot of farangs who work in Thailand but have to make much more hours a month than your clever agent did in a few hours.
Joe ******
Just quick question, what about foreigner employed by Thai company? Do they now only get 90 days?
Robert *******
It is almost 1 year that only owner/director of a compnay can get the 1 year Non Immigrant B visa in Penang.
Joe ******
At my age, with Alzheimer's kicking in,
I wont be able to keep up with the constant changes ;-)
I wont be able to keep up with the constant changes ;-)
Robert *******
Rules changed again in the last few weeks, please inform us.
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Ellie *******
I cannot say for sure, but you might want to ask to Yangon.
I happened to ask Yangon consulate by email on 17 Aug 2018.
Their answer is quite blur, they never say they would issue NON-B multi entry (working) to foreigners, but at least they didn't say No.
Here is the copy of their answer.
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Foreigners can apply the Non Immigrant B ( Multiple) but it is depend on the consul decision and their documents.
The applicant doesn't need to be in company shareholder.
I happened to ask Yangon consulate by email on 17 Aug 2018.
Their answer is quite blur, they never say they would issue NON-B multi entry (working) to foreigners, but at least they didn't say No.
Here is the copy of their answer.
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Foreigners can apply the Non Immigrant B ( Multiple) but it is depend on the consul decision and their documents.
The applicant doesn't need to be in company shareholder.
Lisa ***************
Kota Bharu definitely not. They will request the same criteria : Owner / Director of the Company only. They tell you straight!
Robert *******
You can only get the 1 year Non Immigrant B visa if you are owner/director of the company. Alternative is to apply for the 1 year Extension of Stay at your local Immigration Office for 1.900 Thb and when stamped in gt the multiple re-entry permit for 3.800 Thb.
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