Answered6 years ago

Do I Need to Cancel My Non-B Visa and Work Permit Before Affixing My Elite Visa?

asked Jul 13, 2020

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Hi Tod, I've been approved and paid for Elite Visa and have appointment in BKK for affixing in my passport on 30th July. My non-B expired on 4th July, but work permit has another year left. So as of 5th July I've been on amnesty. I'm getting mixed messages about whether I need to physically go to Phuket Immigration to cancel my current Non-B BEFORE going to BKK. The Elite Visa staff are telling me two different things: a) it is already expired, nothing to do, and b) it needs a visit to Phuket as mentioned above, as this is where it was issued. Also, can I assume that my Work Permit will automatically be cancelled or do I also need to visit DBD office in Phuket too. I'm told that if everything is NOT in order, and i can't provide the appropriate paperwork (whatever that may be) then BKK Immigration will refuse the visa. I will have a day to get everything organised or leave the country. Any advice gratefully received

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The user is seeking clarity on whether they need to cancel their expired Non-B visa and work permit before getting their Elite Visa affixed. They have received conflicting advice: some say the expired visa doesn't require action, while others say cancellation at the Phuket Immigration office is necessary since that is where the Non-B was issued. Additionally, there is concern about the cancellation of the work permit.

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Elyor ***********

You CANT use thai elite visa with WP, so you need to cancel your permit. Because elite visa it just one type of tourist visa.

6 years ago

Ben *******

@EL **********

thank you. Phang Nga Immigration made very sure I understood this when I was there Friday

6 years ago

Tod *********

IF you are on a 90 day entry from a Non-B VISA you just let that stamp run out and you're fine.

BUT

IF you are on an "extension of stay" based on employment you need to go cancel it at the immigration office that issued it to you

AND

You need to go cancel the work permit with the Ministry of Labour too,

6 years ago

Ben *******

@Tod ********

thanks Todd, thanks for some clarity and the amazing service you provide. Is this just a case of turning up with passport and WP and it’s done there and then do you know?

6 years ago