How can I obtain a non-immigrant B-Work visa and work permit to teach English in Chiang Mai, Thailand without knowing Thai?

Aug 15, 2024
3 months ago
Krish *******
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Hi Beautiful people!

Im looking to get a non immigrant B-Work visa & a work permit in Thailand Chiang Mai ...i would like to teach English but i dont know Thai! i actually do not mind working anywhere tbh...not just English Teacher. is this possible & how can i go about doing this? Please do let me know if anyone has any info please...i am from UK & am in Asia atm, i was in chiang mai last week for the 4th time, its my fav place in Thailand & want to relocate there....

Thanks guys

Krish
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The user, Krish from the UK, is seeking advice on obtaining a non-immigrant B-Work visa and work permit in Chiang Mai, Thailand, to teach English despite not knowing Thai. Community responses emphasize the importance of securing a job first, as employers will sponsor the visa. Many noted that not speaking Thai is acceptable for English teaching positions, and some schools, like SINE Education, hire non-Thai speakers. However, obtaining a degree and official documents is crucial, and there’s mention of the need for notarized transcripts. It’s also advised to start looking for jobs now, as the end of the semester is approaching.
Darren **********
a non immigrant B-Work visa is a short term visa. i think its only 3 months.
Henrik *****
Madz ******
Loads of English teaching jobs. Need to meet the requirements, and most schools (none I've worked at!) needed Thai language skills, obviously it's a bonus if you speak some Thai, or even willing to learn 👍🏽 jobs everywhere
Thomas ********
You will need a degree and the transcript and it will have to be notorised and a translation, even though English is supposed to be ok. The end of the 1st semester (there are 2) is only a month or so away so now is a good time to be looking but don't expect any income til about the New year.
Bradley *********
They don’t want you to use Thai when you teach English.
Phil ******
@Krish ******
find a job first. Plenty of free online materials for learning Thai too
Jon ********
SINE Education hires anyone. 33-35K baht a month
Louis ***********
Brandon ************
You need to find a job first. They will then help sponsor you for work visa and work permit.

Most schools would not want you to speak Thai at all to the children. Not knowing Thai is not an issue for English teachers.
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