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What is the best visa option for remote workers moving to Thailand while maintaining a foreign employment?

Thailand visa rulesRemote work visaNon-Immigrant B visaNon-Immigrant O visaWork PermitTourist visaMETV visa
Jul 17, 2018
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Peter *********
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Hi All, i am looking to move to Thailand. i will be working with my existing company which is not based in thailand - all work is remote, but i may need to goto clients in different countries several times a year. What would be the most appropriate visa to get?
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The most appropriate visa for an individual moving to Thailand while working remotely for a non-Thailand-based employer is typically the Non Immigrant B visa, which is required to legally work in Thailand. Alternatively, if married to a Thai national, a Non Immigrant O visa could be suitable. Additionally, a multiple-entry tourist visa (METV) is suggested for those without clients in Thailand, enabling travel in and out of the country while maintaining a residence elsewhere.
Adrien ******
Hi Peter. How old are you ?
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Pierre *********
6 month tourist visa multiple entry
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Danny *********
I wonder being an admin on a FB group needs a WP when residing in Thailand? 🤔
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Robert *******
No, I'm retired. Why this question Pierre Frémont?
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Pierre *********
@Robert ******
 do you work for gouvernement ?
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Robert *******
They are more than welcome, to enjoy a holiday.
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Danny *********
@Robert ******
 If you take that literally, no employees can visit Thailand on a TR. 😅
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Robert *******
Employment Prohibited?
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Robert *******
I deleted the nomad visa discussion. Please answer the question asked. There is no Nomad visa and there is never been one.
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Santtu *********
Hey Peter, we can most likely help. Did you get my email I sent to you, after you contacted us (Iglu) via the contact form?
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Mark ******
IGLU is ok...yes!
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Peter *********
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Hey Santtu, yes - i'll respond to you
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Robert *******
Official to work in Thailand you need a Non Immigrant B visa or Non Immigrant O visa when married to Thai National and a Work Permit. The work permit is given by your employer.
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Robert *******
I will not delete it. I understand that this happens, stay below every radar, never ever mention to any one you work inside Thailand. And pretend your are a tourist. There is very low enforcement on this, but it is not the official and not the most appropriate visa.
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Philip *********
This maybe deleted but not suggesting any thing just stating what many remote workers do . No clients in Thailand . A

METV Visa will allow you to travel in and out as often as you like for min 6 months . Also assumes your salary will be paid into your own country bank
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