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Can you apply for a work permit while on a retirement visa in Thailand?
Jun 5, 2025
23 days ago
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ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
You cannot apply for a work permit while on a retirement visa in Thailand, as this type of visa is work restricted. Users confirm that the retirement visa does not allow for any employment, and alternative options like applying for a NON-O business visa exist but may involve changing from the retirement visa.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
