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Do I need to apply for a new visa after leaving my job in Thailand and returning to work for a different company?

May 5, 2023
3 years ago
Aravind *********
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Hi Everyone,

Currently on a Non-B 1 year extension. I plan to leave my current job at the end of May and travel out of Thailand for six weeks before returining to work for a different company in Bangkok.

Will i have to apply for a 90 day visa when i return or would i be able to extend the same work permit/work visa?

TIA
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is currently on a Non-B visa with a one-year extension and plans to leave their job and travel out of Thailand for six weeks. They seek clarification on whether they need to apply for a new 90-day visa upon their return or if they could extend their current work permit and visa for a new job. A commenter advises that the user must cancel their current work permit and visa extension before leaving Thailand, as they cannot apply for an extension under a different employer using the current work permit.
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Ellie *******
You need to cancel your work permit and extension based on employment before you leave Thailand. You cannot apply for an extension for working for a different company on your current WP and extension.

You need to talk to your new employer about the procedure for your new visa including where you have to apply.
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