What are the possibilities for obtaining a Long Term Visa in Thailand for an internship in agriculture science or medical cannabis?

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Oct 19, 2024

6 days ago

Eirik *************

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Any suggestions for a Long Term Visa internship working in agriculture science and/or medical cannabis ?

I am an American (West Coast) entrepreneur in the regenerative cannabis and Permaculture movements with a university science degree who turned into a soil biology nerd and studied Korean Natural Farming (KNF) for the last 20 years from a laboratory.

In Thailand (on and off) for almost a year now, traveling all around this great country and as an ecologist and agriculturalist, it's too perfect. I don't want to leave, much to learn.

Starting to think about creative ways to learn and share in return for a Long Term Visa.

Medical Cannabis (endocannabinoid system and the entourage effect) is one of my specialties.

There is obviously a market for it….

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I have taken the time to research the modern “political scene” of Thailand specifically with regards to cannabis.

From what I can understand there is a strong desire for this plant to remain medicine and not to be abused in any way.

I agree and it would be a dream to be able to work with that blessed plant in this great country.

Farming, Soil Health and Agroforestry in Thailand would be amazing too.

Any ideas?

Thanks for your time

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TLDR : Answer Summary

An American entrepreneur with expertise in agriculture and medical cannabis seeks suggestions for obtaining a long-term visa in Thailand while engaging in internships related to these fields. The post highlights the author's desire to learn and contribute but also reveals concerns about the legal feasibility of working in agriculture, given restrictions for foreign nationals. Responses emphasize the importance of understanding Thai labor laws, suggest exploring the SMART visa for targeted industries, and encourage networking with Thai professionals to find legitimate opportunities.

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David **********

I advise making strong "ties with thais" in the industry and working with them. There is a need for foreign expertise in this area. I would.not advise trying to go it alone, even if you somehow manage to succeed without local connections, you will likely be contravening thai law in various ways.

Spend time making friendships with farm.owners, many of whom also have shopfronts. Get to know the employment and visa law well and of course keep an eye on the silly political situation around this as you say you are.

3 days ago

Anita ********

Is there an area of Thailand where they do more organic type farming, which would enable those who live close to purchase healthy foods?