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Do I need a work permit or just a Non-Immigrant Visa B for a marine commissioning job in Thailand?

Non-Immigrant Visa B Work Permit Thailand Visa Rules Employment in Thailand Marine Commissioning Job

Nov 30, 2023

2 years ago

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Hi, do I need to apply for work permit or just a Non-immigrant visa "B". If I am going to Thailand for a marine commissioning job which need to stay on the vessel for 2 month?

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To work legally in Thailand for a marine commissioning job on a vessel for two months, you will need to obtain a Non-Immigrant Visa B and your employer, especially if they are a Thai company, must arrange for your work permit.

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Your employer needs to arrange the work permit for you.

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John ********

If its a thai company you will need to speak to them to sort it out

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