What Is the Process for Getting a Work Permit While Planning a Part-Time Job in Thailand?

Jan 1, 2020

5 years ago

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I am planning on taking an extended trip to thailand anywhere from 6-12 months. Thought it would be fun to have a part-time job maybe as a waiter or bartender as I am planning on staying in Phuket for a good majority of the trip. What's the best way to go about getting a work permit? Do I need to apply for the job while I am there then get the work permit? Or do I need to get the work permit first then find a job? Also if anyone has any great suggestions for travel/medical insurance that would be awesome as well. Thanks and Happy New Year!

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The user is seeking advice on obtaining a work permit for part-time work in Thailand during an extended stay. Comments suggest that certain jobs are prohibited for foreigners and emphasize the importance of not working without a permit. Additionally, for a stay longer than 90 days without working, a multiple-entry visa is recommended to be obtained before traveling, although it is clarified that you cannot work on that visa.

Daniel ***********

yes get it before you go and depends on what nationality you are if you can get that visa.

5 years ago

Joey *********

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If I'm trying to stay longer than 90 days without working then the multiple entry visa I'm assuming is the best option? Should I get that before I arrive or after?

5 years ago

James ********

Good Luck

@Joey ********************

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Joey *********

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Ok perfect thanks!

5 years ago

James ********

@Joey ********************

yes get a multiple entry visa before you travel to Thailand.

And you cannot work on that visa.

Good luck.

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Daniel ***********

whatever you do don't work without a permit even if a thai tells you its ok

5 years ago

Joey *********

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@Daniel **********

yeah I'm not trying to get in trouble overseas haha

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Ed ********

Those jobs forbidden for foreigners

5 years ago

Joey *********

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foreigners are not allowed to be bartenders or waiters?

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John *******

Just be tourist

5 years ago

Joey *********

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I'm planning on staying in Phuket for about 4 months I can't do tourist things every single day so I'd like to try to find a part-time job to keep me busy and make some money while I'm on my trip.

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