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What is the easiest way to obtain a 1-year visa or work permit in Thailand?

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Dec 27, 2017

8 years ago

Sammy *****

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Hello,

I'm wanting to stay up to 1 year in Thailand. Just wondering what would be the easiest way to obtain a 1 year visa/work permit.

I am considering working under a company (friend's business) or teaching English. Any idea which would be easier and require the least amount of paperwork? 

Currently I have a tourist visa but will be getting the non-immigrant B visa soon.

Thank you all in advance !

Sam

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The easiest way to obtain a 1-year visa or work permit in Thailand may involve a few options depending on your situation. Options discussed include: working with a company, teaching English, applying for an education visa, or considering retirement for those over 50. Teaching English is highlighted as a rewarding path, especially if you have a university degree and good English skills. Some suggestions include checking out resources like www.ajarn.com for teaching positions. Additional advice includes looking into marriage for a simplified visa process. Overall, getting a Non-B visa through employment or teaching seems to require less paperwork compared to other options.

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Alex *********

Yes, but enough of peanuts to live on, if that is what you looking for

8 years ago

Alex *********

If you have university degree and your English is good, then you can get a job and one year visa quite easily as an English teacher.

8 years ago

David ************

And Work got peanuts here.

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John-Paul **********

Easiest way is to marry a Thai and go to Laos or Vietnam for a Non-O for $200.

8 years ago

David ****************

Yes, that always turns out well!

8 years ago

John-Paul **********

He said easy,

not "sensible" nor "without risk."

8 years ago

Ivan ************

What could possibly go wrong

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Robert ********

If you want to consider teaching, check out

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Good Luck!

8 years ago

Lisa ***************

Teaching is the best and most rewarding . Please direct message me if you want some help !

8 years ago

Ian **********

Look at education visas as well. It's only single entry but you'll get the 12 month target

8 years ago

Tod *********

The company you work for would give you documentation where you could either get a 90 day Non-B visa inside the country or go to a thai consulate in another country to get one.

That's pretty much how you get Non-B visas and work permits

8 years ago

Robert *******

Be older than 50 years and retire, it's the system with the most less paperwork.

8 years ago

Sammy *****

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