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Is it possible to obtain a Non-B visa and work permit in Thailand without leaving the country on a tourist visa?
Hey folks,
I am on a tourist visa but just got hired. I cannot leave the country to do the process outside as many countries still do not allow foreigners. May I know if its possible to do the Non-B Visa and Work Permit here, without leaving the country? Or may I know if you guys are aware of any countries that no longer have quarantine?
If there is not an option for me to get it...whats your advice? Which country should I access to get it? Also, considering I have a house here, would I still need to do quarantine at a hotel?
Thank you guys.
I am on a tourist visa but just got hired. I cannot leave the country to do the process outside as many countries still do not allow foreigners. May I know if its possible to do the Non-B Visa and Work Permit here, without leaving the country? Or may I know if you guys are aware of any countries that no longer have quarantine?
If there is not an option for me to get it...whats your advice? Which country should I access to get it? Also, considering I have a house here, would I still need to do quarantine at a hotel?
Thank you guys.
Answer summary
A user inquired about transitioning from a tourist visa to a Non-B visa and acquiring a work permit in Thailand without leaving the country due to current travel restrictions. Various responses suggested the possibility of obtaining these documents while remaining in Thailand but highlighted the process's complexity, emphasizing the need for support from the employer and potentially consulting immigration lawyers or agencies. Some commenters shared their experiences and offered advice on where to find help.
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Vivek ********
Best is to talk to employer or take their help and meet the immigration officer of your zone this will save you from getting scam
Al ********
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Julian *****
Integrity law firm handled a situation similar for me.
George *********
Working without a work permit is illegal.
My option 1 is you should agree with your employer to still hire you whenever borders have been reopened so you can exit reentry on a Non IMM B visa.
Or if possible option 2 your employer could appeal to get you the work permit and enable you To work legally and then once borders are opened to exit reentry in the correct Non IMM B visa. But I wouldn’t bet on the second option.
My option 1 is you should agree with your employer to still hire you whenever borders have been reopened so you can exit reentry on a Non IMM B visa.
Or if possible option 2 your employer could appeal to get you the work permit and enable you To work legally and then once borders are opened to exit reentry in the correct Non IMM B visa. But I wouldn’t bet on the second option.
Wendy *******
Are you been hired by a company? The HR department of the company should help you on this to get your non B visa and work permit.
James ******
Check with Paul Aslett in Pattaya:
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Jeff *******
isn't your employer doing anything about this???
normally, it's possible, and normally, your employer should handle this. i have done with tourist visa before, don't know if they do with visa exempt stamp or not.
if you can get a work permit you can probably get an employment extension at Chaeng Wattana.
normally, it's possible, and normally, your employer should handle this. i have done with tourist visa before, don't know if they do with visa exempt stamp or not.
if you can get a work permit you can probably get an employment extension at Chaeng Wattana.
Andy ********
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Andy ********
OPMatteo Genoa Zennaro Bangkok
Andy ********
OP@Jeff ******
My employer is a stand alone restaurant, we are consulting with some agencies and some are saying its not doable, but you know how sometimes thais like to say cannot just because its a little extra workJeff *******
@Andy *******
i had to get a lawyer because i *am* my employer and had to form my company, which is expensive. some agents are good, some are dodgy. doing the paperwork yourself and getting it past Chaeng Wattana is a can of worms.
Andy ********
OP@Jeff ******
Can you recommend anyone?
Eddie *******
Remember, if you leave you may not be able to get back in.
I would be more concerned with getting back in.
I would be more concerned with getting back in.
Andy ********
OP@Eddie ******
yes im super concerned about that actuallyAjay *********
Take the right advise from Thai Visa Center .I just got retirement visa with our going ang where very good service
Ajay *********
Tell me the agents name may be useful in future
Ajay *********
I applied for retirement visa on the ground of tourist visa. She charged me total
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baht for 15 month retirement visa with multiple renter this took around one month 
Alan *******
@Ajay ********
crazy price - other agents are much cheaper!
Tak ****************
@Ajay ********
How long for your visa process with the Thai Visa Centre? Is it the real visa from Thai Immigration? We don’t have much choice for now. This is the last option for my husband. Bobby ********
Has your TV expired?
Andy ********
OP@Bobby *******
but to answer your question, my visa expired june 15th.Bobby ********
@Andy *******
. So you're already on visa amnesty. To the best of my knowledge at this point the only visa you can move to from amnesty is Thai Elite and an ED visa for studying a degree at university. I suggest you talk with your employer in the first instance, they might be able to grease the wheels with your local immigration office
Darren *******
@Bobby *******
looks like he's from Oz, chances are he never had a tourist visa to begin with. Most likely visa exempt then onto amnesty if I was a betting man.Andy ********
OP@Darren ******
No i am Italian, I came in with a tourist visa, made by the embassy back home as for italians due to covid there wad no more visa exemption. 
Aman *******
Yes there is option but it’s expensive you can contact her maybe she help you +66 95 710 8284
Philip **********
@Aman ******
why pay someone when he can do it himself.
Helena *****
Following - I’m in a similar position
John ***********************
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