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Do companies in Thailand sponsor work visas for entry-level hospitality roles?

Nedim ********
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Hi everyone, I have question about general work visa .I am a Bosnian citizen with fluent English and B2 German. I have 7 years of experience in hospitality and guest relations.

I am looking for customer support or guest service roles in Thailand. I know that most companies won't sponsor work visas unless you have a high/senior role. I applied to some Guest Relations roles in Marriott and Hilton via their career sites but I want to ask you if companies even make visas for the roles I am looking for,because I don't want to waste my time sending applications for jobs won't get-not because of qualifications but because they would need to sponsor my visa.

Thank you.
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A Bosnian citizen seeks information on obtaining a work visa for customer support or guest service roles in Thailand. Despite having relevant experience in hospitality and being multilingual, there are concerns about visa sponsorship, as many companies in Thailand prefer hiring locals for entry-level positions. The conversation reveals that while securing a job as a foreigner is challenging, some opportunities exist, particularly in hospitality where foreign workers are more commonly employed. The importance of pitching for higher-level positions, exploring specific job markets, and adapting to the nuances of the Thai job market is emphasized.
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Marike **************
Marike **************
There are usually call center jobs with work permits available for German speakers. Look at CLBS in Chiang Mai & similar businesses.
Siggi *******
Siggi *******
Marike Van Breugel yes 600 euro/month 😀
Marike **************
Marike **************
Siggi Tirak he was specifically looking for "entry level" so that definitely qualifies....! 😆
Yo***
Yo***
honestly, if you are brit, American or Aussie, I would not waste my time with such low IQ stupid English teachers. but you are not.. 😅what I know is, you can get a right job in Thailand more harder than Europe or somewhere else where average salary is much higher than in Thailand. I am very sure of this. And Thai language is far way harder than any of Latin languages. So you speak 4 languages, however, Thai is an Asian language that is too far away from what languages you learned before. And the Thai culture is also far from that you know. Even, you can get a job in Thailand, I bet your salary is much lower than you expected. Most of foreigners working in Thailand are sent by their companies to Thai branch or Thai daughter companies. they get high salary. But few only. And, even you get a job and work permit, visa etc,, from your sponsor company in Thailand, further extension of stay and work can be really stressful for you. Basically, Thai immigration is not nice to foreigners who work in Thailand. they can make thousands of reasons to evict you. Even, you company can not do anything against it. Thailand is an authority country where Authorities have a big power over all. Thailand is good only if you are retired with enough money. Even, retired foreigners without enough money struggle every day. Just for your reference only. think of this.
Paul ********************
Paul ********************
Young so much misinformation in your post .. And I say this as someone who has worked here for last 25 years
Yo***
Yo***
Paul Anthony McDermott explain what points are misinformation in my comment. just saying you worked here for 25 years or 100 years is just non sense without detailed explanations. You can also give your information to the author. Author will be happy with that. PS) I am 100 years old, so I know everything? 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Nongnuch ********
Nongnuch ********
Young what a load of rubbish. It however suits you and your recent presence and comments history in this group. All of it just plain and utter rubbish
Yo***
Yo***
Nongnuch Kamdee 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣as expected, they came here again 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Daniel *******
Daniel *******
If you don't have management experience, you are wasting your time. If a Thai can do it, they will not hire you. Speaking English is no longer a valuable skill, since more than 70% of the people in major cities all over the world speak it, add to the fact that you speak no Thai.
Nedim ********
Nedim ********
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Daniel Klein Thanks for the feedback. I understand that the market is competitive and that local hires will always be preferred. I am not relying on English alone my main advantage is German, which is why I am targeting German-speaking roles at international companies. I also know that I need to compete on experience, not just language.I know it's not an easy path but I will try maybe something good happens.
Yo***
Yo***
Nedim Baltic all Germen can speak English. So they ( geman company has no good reason to hire a foreigner to work in Thailand, because you do not speak Thai plus foreigner in Thailand. So German, or English speaking does not play big role in your case. But, if you speak Thai very fluently, and german fluently and english too, so, you can be competitive based on language skills in Thailand.
Kool *******
Kool *******
Nedim Baltic your best chance is if you are physically in Thailand, and applying in person. There is so much competition by people wanting to live in Thailand that those applications submitted by people outside the country aren't even looked at. You need to physically be here.
Nedim ********
Nedim ********
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Young Thanks everyone for the feedback,both the encouraging and the critical. I have read all of it and I am taking it seriously.

I know Thailand is not easy. I know the salaries are lower and the rules are strict. I am not expecting a perfect situation, I just want a realistic chance to leave Europe and start fresh somewhere else.

I am focusing on German-speaking roles at companies that already sponsor work permits. That is where my best chance is, and I am doing my research carefully.

I appreciate the time everyone took to respond. Best of luck to all of you too.
Ant ***********
Ant ***********
There are a few FB groups relating to work or jobs in Thailand

You just have to keep applying and someone may sponsor you , of course working for local businesses or big corporations the wage will be equivalent of Thai people
Nedim ********
Nedim ********
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Ant W Tailor Thank you for the answer,I have seen the groups but wanted first to ask here people living in Thailand if it's doable, most of the time the internet search says one thing but reality another. I found some solid companies and have sent applications.And I don't mind the wage I am not looking to get rich but live an OK life there.
Garry *********
Garry *********
A senior role in hospitality is probably your best bet, so you are on the right track. But in almost 30 years here, senior hospitality people I have encountered tend to have been transferred to Thailand by a hotel chain they already work for.
Nedim ********
Nedim ********
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Thanks for the reply.I know that most roles like that are transfers and they are harder to land for an outsider, that's why I am looking myself for any kind of roles that I can apply as long as it's a livable pay I'm OK,I am trying to pitch German better to my advantage to companies that need it. I want to research a lot before making a plan and committing to it.
Noel *******
Noel *******
Job, language, salary. Scary? Isn't Europe a better option?
Nedim ********
Nedim ********
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Noel Royan For me no.I am a non-EU citizen so everywhere I want to go it's a hurdle,I tried Germany/Austria wasted years and thousands of euros for nothing,I live in Slovenia now but I want to move out. I don't need a lot of money just enough to live and occasionally afford something,and as for the language I already speak 4 so if I move I would go to language school there and learn,it's not going to be easy but I'm ready.
Sylvia ********
Sylvia ********
Nedim Baltic have you tried cruise ship? My stepson used his language ability and just done a 6 month trip
Nedim ********
Nedim ********
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Sylvia Corley I have not looked into cruise ships yet. I know they hire multilingual staff and it would be a way to travel while working. I will look into it. Thanks for the suggestion I appreciate it.
Noel *******
Noel *******
Nedim Baltic Wish you success in your journey. Lots of Germans in thailand maybe you can touch base soon...
Nedim ********
Nedim ********
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Noel Royan Thank you I don't expect success fast,will keep going and applying maybe something works out
John **********
John **********
Pitch yourself a bit higher. Customer relations manager etc. You need to avoid competing with Thais whose salary requirement will be much lower than dictated by your work permit
Nedim ********
Nedim ********
OP
@John *********
Thank you for the advice. You are right, pitching higher would make sense to meet the work permit salary requirements. My main concern is that without local experience or a degree( I just have Vocational degree in Hospitality and Hotel Management), management roles might be harder to get from outside the country. My current plan is to get my foot in the door first with a customer support or guest service role, then work my way up once I am in Thailand. But I will keep your advice in mind and aim higher where I can. Thanks again.
Stuart *********
Stuart *********
No reason you couldn’t get a job here with those skills. Just a supply and demand issue to see if one is available.
Nedim ********
Nedim ********
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@Stuart ********
Thank you , I appreciate the encouragement. That is what I am hoping for. I know it comes down to supply and demand, so I am trying to put myself in the right places and apply to companies that actually hire foreigners,and fill roles that can't be filled localy.
Nedim ********
Nedim ********
OP
Thanks for the answer.It's reassuring to hear there a lot of foreigner in hospitality. I am already in a few Facebook groups and have been asking questions, but I will join more as you suggested. I also will look into getting the CV tailored for the Thai market.

You mentioned that hotels have the highest possibility of employing foreigners. Do you know if they usually sponsor work permits for entry-level guest service roles, or is it mostly for management positions?

Thanks again for the honest and practical advice.
Stuart *********
Stuart *********
There are a huge number of foreigners working in hospitality roles here as hotels have the highest possibility of employing foreigners in key roles with a ratio of foreigners versus Thai employees. Getting your foot in the door is the hard part.

If you manage that then the world is your oyster. I can’t help with how to do so, but don’t think that a position is “below” your expertise if it allows that foot to open the door.

There are a huge number of Facebook groups focused on employment opportunities in Thailand. Join all of them. Get a professional review of your CV to check it would work for the corporate hotel industry.

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