Can Indian nationals use a non O visa to apply for a work permit in Thailand?

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Oct 15, 2019

5 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hi all!

Sorry if this question has been asked before but I can't find any information regarding my query by searching on Google. 

I was planning to apply for a non O visa as my husband is working in Thailand. I also have a job offer and I was told that a non O can be used to apply for work permit. Today the admin staff at my husband's workplace informed him that Indian nationals cannot use non O for work permit. Is there anyone who can confirm or deny this? I tried googling several search terms but I found nothing related to Indian nationals specifically. Thanks in advance!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The original poster (OP) inquired about the ability to apply for a work permit in Thailand using a Non-O visa, as they are married to a foreigner working in the country. Comments clarified that holders of a Non-O visa, including Indian nationals, cannot obtain a work permit based on this visa type. Instead, they must apply for a Non-B visa, which is specifically designated for work in Thailand. Therefore, it is essential for Indian nationals to secure the appropriate visa before seeking employment.

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James ********

We wish the OP success in getting her NonB in India.

I close commenting.

5 years ago

Tod *********

As an Indian national you would need to go to a thai consulate in your country and get a Non-B visa using documentation from the company that offered you the job. .

5 years ago

Tod *********

AFAIK: IF you have a Non-O visa or extension based on being married to a foreigner who legally works here (with a B visa/work permit) you cannot legally get a work permit to work on that visa.

It has nothing to do with the nationality of the passport holder and everything to do with the fact that visa doesn't allow someone to work here.

5 years ago

Fritzie ******************

@Tod ********

explanation is accurate.

5 years ago

Nidhi ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Tod ********

thank you for your answer. I was told that it's possible since they did that for someone else as well. They are willing to send me the docs for a non B, we just discussed non O for the convenience of it. Thanks for clearing that up for me!

5 years ago

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Nidhi ********

James ********

I believe all Indian nationalities must obtain any visa in India.

What kind of job will you be working in? Teaching ?? Or ???

5 years ago

Danty *******

I think a dependent visa holder can't work legally in Thailand. You must get a Non B visa.

5 years ago

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Danty *******

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