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What is the process for obtaining a freelancer license and work permit for IT consulting in Thailand?

Aug 25, 2018
8 years ago
Veronica *******
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Is there anyone having experience with freelancer license in IT consulting and what is the process of obtaining a work permit as an independent worker? Any experienced thoughts would be very much appreciated! Many thanks!!
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To obtain a work permit as an independent IT consultant in Thailand, one cannot directly acquire a freelancer license as it does not exist in the country. Work permits can only be obtained through a registered company, either as an employee, or as an owner/director of your own company. It is advisable to contact companies that specialize in assisting freelancers with work permits, such as IGLU, for detailed guidance.
Sshane ***********
Don't you think 30% is excessive?
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Dylan *********
covers tax and a few other things
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Dylan *********
+1 for iglu but the beauty of being a digital nomad is to keep your entity in a country thats more open minded about the concept
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@Santtu ********
is good with things like this, he represents a company that helps freelance workers obtain work permits. See
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@Paul ******
Sure, I've just sent you PM.
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Paul *******
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I'm interested in the services your company provides. And would like to ask a couple of questions.
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Santtu *********
Thanks Alex! Veronica, check out our website above for more info and feel free to send me an email at
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if you are interested or have any questions.
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Robert *******
The only way to obtain a Work Permit is with help of a company, or as employee or as director/owner of your own company. There is no free lance license in Thailand.
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Paul *********
IGLU has been mentioned before in similar threads, but not sure of the details / process.

Google iglu Thailand and you'll find them.
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Veronica *******
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Thanks for the quick response Robert!
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