How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-B visa in Thailand for work purposes?

Nov 24, 2023
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Rita ********
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Hello everyone, does anyone knows how to convert tourist visa to non-b? I found a job here and my boss will apply work permit for me but I should convert my tourist visa to non-b first. What documents do I need to prepare? ๐Ÿ™ Thanks.
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To convert a tourist visa to a non-B visa in Thailand, you generally cannot do it independently as your employer needs to provide extensive paperwork. Many employers prefer to send employees to a Thai embassy or consulate in a neighboring country for a more straightforward application process.
Brandon ************
You cannot do it yourself. Your job has to provide a very large amount of paperwork for you to convert. So much paperwork that most jobs cannot or will not provide it and instead send the employee to a Thai embassy or consulate in a neighboring country to apply for a non-B visa there with much easier requirements.
Rita ********
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@Brandon ***********
if the employer prepare every paperwork for me that can I do it by myself? Thanks.
Brandon ************
@Rita *******
as long as the immigration office you use allows conversions to non-B then yes
Rita ********
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@Brandon ***********
thanks for your advice.
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