Ask question

This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.

Do I need a job offer from a school to obtain a Non-B visa for teaching in Thailand?

Non-B Visa Teaching Visa Thailand Visa Regulations Employment in Thailand Visa Application Process

Sep 3, 2020

6 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hi I need to get a non-b visa for teaching, do I need to do it with a school? Or can I make on my own then find a school within the period of time?

Have degrees, certifications, police clearance, ect...

826

views

22

all likes

10

replies

2

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

To obtain a Non-B visa for teaching in Thailand, you must first secure a job offer from a school. A signed contract with the school is necessary to apply for the Non-B visa or an Extension of Stay based on employment.

Pelle Eriksson

Pelle Eriksson★★★★★

Absolutely Bangkok's best service I highly...

recently on Facebook

Luca G.

Luca G.★★★★★

I used this agency for my DTV Visa...

recently on Google

Trusted Thai Visa Agent

OVER 100,000 EXPATS SERVED

#1 VISA AGENT IN THAILAND

Benjamin ******

A Non-B visa is acquired after you get a job. You will need a signed contract from a school before a Non-B or an Extension of Stay based on employment is acquired.

Are you currently in Thailand?

Like

Reply

Ariel *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thanks for your information, very appreciated

Like

Reply

Ariel *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

Current visa is tourist, 1 extension, on amnesty

Like

Reply

Benjamin ******

There currently is only *ONE* immigration office that is doing a conversion from amnesty to a Non-B visa, however schools are trying to get the immigration office to change their policies.

My advice is to get a teaching job is to hit up the teaching job websites, go and visit schools in person, and try to get hired.

You *CAN NOT* work on amnesty or without a work permit however.

Like

Reply

Ariel *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Benjamin *****

thanks I have a couple options for schools already, the one I wanted told me the visa is too expensive for the school

Like

Reply

Benjamin ******

A visa is 2,000 THB, and an extension of stay is 1,900 THB.

Like

Reply

Ariel *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Benjamin *****

thanks, do they still offer extensions of stay?

Like

Reply

Benjamin ******

You'd get an extension of stay based on employment from the immigration office once you're hired, AND if the immigration office is willing to convert an amnesty to an extension of stay based on employment.

Like

Reply

Reply to

Benjamin ******

Reply

Ariel *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Benjamin *****

okay thanks, so I would need the school first, yeah currently here

Like

Reply

Benjamin ******

What is your current visa, or what was the visa you entered?

Like

Reply

Reply to

Benjamin ******

Reply

Thai Visa Advice

... members · 40% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice group is a specialized Q&A forum for visa-related topics in Thailand, ensuring detailed responses.

Thai Visa Advice

View the Conversation

Thai Visa Advice

What are the criteria for obtaining a Non-Immigrant Visa B in Thailand?

9 comments

2 years ago

What documents do I need to submit for a Non-B visa to work as a teacher in Thailand?

3 comments

3 years ago

Can you apply for a non-B visa for teaching in Thailand from within the country or do you have to apply outside?

3 comments

3 years ago

How can I obtain a NON-B visa in Thailand without an employer?

14 comments

4 years ago

How can I obtain a Non-B visa for teaching while in Thailand with a 30-day stamp?

25 comments

4 years ago

What steps should I follow to convert my tourist visa to a Non-B visa while transitioning to a teaching position in Thailand?

10 comments

4 years ago

What is the correct process for obtaining a Non B visa for teaching in Thailand from your home country?

0 comments

5 years ago

What is the process of obtaining a non-B visa for teaching in Thailand after holding a non-ed visa?

3 comments

6 years ago

Can I Get a Non-B Work Visa While In Thailand?

3 comments

6 years ago

What are the steps to obtain a Non-B visa for teaching in Thailand given the approval letter requirements?

14 comments

6 years ago

Do I Need to Get a New Non-B Visa to Renew My Teaching Contract in Thailand?

10 comments

6 years ago

What type of visa is required to work as a substitute teacher in international schools in Thailand?

16 comments

7 years ago

Can a school in Thailand hire an assistant teacher without a degree if the person has a Non-B visa and work permit?

6 comments

7 years ago

Can I convert a tourist visa to a Non-B visa for teaching in Thailand?

7 comments

7 years ago

Can we apply for a Non-B visa for teaching jobs in Thailand from the UAE instead of South Africa?

2 comments

7 years ago

What documents are needed for a Non-B visa for teachers from the Department of Education in Thailand?

22 comments

8 years ago

Is a TEFL certificate required to obtain a Non-Immigrant Visa B for teaching in Thailand?

14 comments

8 years ago

What steps should I take to obtain a Non-B visa and work permit for teaching in Thailand without a TEFL?

45 comments

8 years ago

Can teachers obtain a 2-year Non-B visa in Thailand?

7 comments

8 years ago

What documents are needed for South Africans applying for a Non-B visa for teaching in Thailand?

9 comments

8 years ago

Do you need an employer to obtain a work visa in Thailand?

4 comments

8 years ago

Can you get a Non-B visa in Thailand with only a TESOL certificate and no degree?

13 comments

8 years ago

Do I need a tourist visa for a TEFL course in Thailand, and can it be changed to a Non-Immigrant B visa if offered a job?

14 comments

8 years ago

Do all places require a Thai police clearance for a Non-B (Teaching) visa application?

2 comments

8 years ago

Do you need a Thai police clearance for a Non-B visa if you're not a teacher?

32 comments

9 years ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Bangkok?

7 comments

a month ago

Where can I find the best cannabis dispensary in Chon Buri?

9 comments

a month ago

What are the best dispensaries in Phuket?

21 comments

a month ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Surat Thani?

16 comments

a month ago

Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?

8 comments

a month ago

Data protection policy Terms and conditions Disclaimer Privacy policy Refund policy

The ask:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.