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What are the costs and considerations for securing a work permit and visa through my own company in Thailand?

Jan 21, 2022
4 years ago
Bruno ********
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Anyone here have any experience with securing a work permit and visa through their own company?

Been using Covid extensions for 6 months now and am starting to think about alternatives. I’ve started a business (currently in Thais name), what are the costs/considerations associated with getting a work permit through this company?

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The user is seeking guidance on obtaining a work permit and visa through their own company, which is currently set up in a Thai national's name. They have been using Covid extensions for their stay in Thailand for six months and are looking into alternatives. The conversation highlights the importance of consulting a professional for legal and accounting advice, as the requirements can vary based on company structure and the number of Thai employees. There is a mention of needing four Thai employees per foreign worker unless under BOI (Board of Investment) provisions.
Garrett ***********
How is the company setup? Are you a shareholder?

In any circumstances other than a BOI, you need 4 Thai employees for everyone 1 forigner. You need to pay taxes for those employees, SS, ext
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Jonathan *******
Hi Bruno, I'd recommend checking out belaws.com, they have an excellent team of legal experts who can help. Here is the link to getting a Visa and Work Permit for your situation

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Sam ******
Is it easy to set up thai company and do business visa? Do you need thai partner?
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Stuart *********
You’d need professional advice on this one, from an accountant or lawyer. It depends on how the company is set up and the number of Thais it employs as to whether a foreigner can get a work permit.
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