This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.
Will my Non-B visa be cancelled when my work permit is cancelled, and how can I convert it to a spouse visa in Thailand?
Non-B VisaSpouse VisaWork PermitVisa ConversionThailand ImmigrationBOIExpat Visa ProcessVisa AgentsMarriage Visa
Sep 18, 2019
7 years ago
Ben *********
ORIGINAL POSTERHi,
I’m coming up to the end of my job and will have work permit (BOI) cancelled around the 1st of next month. So wondered if my non b will be cancelled the same day?
I am married to Thai and have a child and will be looking to convert the non b to a spouse visa. Is there any recommendations regarding companies anyone has used before to do this without having to fly out-in?
Thanks
I’m coming up to the end of my job and will have work permit (BOI) cancelled around the 1st of next month. So wondered if my non b will be cancelled the same day?
I am married to Thai and have a child and will be looking to convert the non b to a spouse visa. Is there any recommendations regarding companies anyone has used before to do this without having to fly out-in?
Thanks
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is nearing the end of their job, anticipating the cancellation of their BOI work permit. They are inquiring if their Non-B visa will be cancelled concurrently and seeking advice on transitioning to a spouse visa due to their marriage to a Thai national. Community comments suggest that the cancellation of both the work permit and Non-B visa typically occurs simultaneously and recommend visiting immigration offices for the visa conversion process. Users also suggest utilizing legal firms that specialize in visa transitions to facilitate the process without the need to leave Thailand.
Pelle Eriksson★★★★★
Absolutely Bangkok's best service I highly...recently on Facebook
Luca G.★★★★★
I used this agency for my DTV Visa...recently on Google
Trusted Thai Visa Agent
OVER 100,000 EXPATS SERVED
#1 VISA AGENT IN THAILAND
Ellie *******
As BOI they will do cancellation both of your extension and WP at One Stop Service at Chumchuri Square (if in Bangkok). But you need to go to immigration office in Chaengwattana for your extension based on marriage..
Likely they will give you 7 to 21 days to leave the country, but this is not extension anymore. Not all the immigration office let you apply another extension during this no-more-extension period. Someone couldn't do in Bangkok to change the reason for extension within this period.
If you want to get extension for different reason, better not get those grace days and need to go to immigration office same day on your cancellation or earlier if your employer can arrange those in advance.
Likely they will give you 7 to 21 days to leave the country, but this is not extension anymore. Not all the immigration office let you apply another extension during this no-more-extension period. Someone couldn't do in Bangkok to change the reason for extension within this period.
If you want to get extension for different reason, better not get those grace days and need to go to immigration office same day on your cancellation or earlier if your employer can arrange those in advance.
Ben *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Ellie ******
thanks very much for the advice, I will look to go on the same day or in advance. This should give me enough leeway to get spouse visa sorted 👍Reply to
Ben *********
Reply
Damien *********
I did this 3 years ago from non-b to non-o based on marriage, although not BOI my company was under the one stop service at Charmchuri Square. I actually used the agent/lawyer that my company was using to do the process and paid them personally to handle the switch. You can do it yourself but you will spend quite a bit of time. if you have more important things to do, any law firm dealing with visas will be able to handle it for you, just have to find one that doesn't charge too much 😁
Ben *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Damien ********
so around *****
all in with re-entry.. Just for peace of mind might be worth it I thinkDamien *********
@Ben ********
if that includes the official fees and all expenses of the agent it's not too bad, you will also need the re-entry if you travel a lot, 3,800 THB for multiple if I remember correctlyBen *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Damien ********
i was quoted around 20k for all in fee, I will see whats the best option. Cheers 👍Reply to
Ben *********
Reply
Tony ********
When my WP was cancelled some 6 years ago now, I went to immigration the next day to change from Non Imm B to O on retirement. I had a warning so all my documents were correct. Nevertheless I was charged 2 days ov erstay - the day my WP was cancelled and the next day when I went to Imm. Go figure! Just a heads up.
Lene **********
@Benjamin *****
No, I had my non-B visa cancelled. Also of family members connected to my visa/wp.Benjamin ******
@Lene *********
By visa, are you referring to an extension of stay based on employment?Tony ********
@Benjamin *****
Never said it was. I merely told my story.Lene **********
@Benjamin *****
it’s an Immigration rule that when you cancel your wp then you also have to cancel your visa, as the visa status is connected to your wp. Basically, you’re supposed to leave the country (within 7 days) when your work is over.Since I was late, I was advised to fly out, get a tourist visa, and come back and cancel my visa connected to my wp - and pay the overstay.
Ben *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Lene *********
thanks for the heads up....will see HR tomorrow and get this extension of stay sorted hopefullyBenjamin ******
@Lene *********
Visas can't be canceled to my knowledge. How should have your employer cancel the visa?Lene **********
@Ben ********
Yes, go the same day. My employer cancelled my wp without cancelling my visa - told me that I could stay until my visa ran out....Since I didnt know, I ended up having 88 days overstay😱 Your employer can ask for a 7 day extension and maybe more if they give a good reason (kids in school or something).Benjamin ******
@Tony *******
A language center isn't a BOI company.Ben *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Robert ******
true, will look into the documents and photos I need to get done today. Just prefer to have no hiccupsRobert *******
@Ben ********
Why pay an agent to hold your hand, you can do the walk yourself. Hand over the blue booklet with letter from company to the Ministry of Labor and just ask to cancel. Wait for their documents and take that with passport to Immigration and ask can you cancel my Extension of Stay. That is all.Tony ********
@Robert ******
Dunno. I worked for AUA Language Center.Ben *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Tony *******
I was told it may be worth using an agent. Going with my company to cancel the wp then meet the agent the same day and head for immigration...thanks for the advice 👍Robert *******
but you did not work for a company connected to the Board of Investment, who has a one stop service office, including Immigration and Ministry of labor in Bangkok.
Reply to
Robert *******
Reply
Robert *******
If you have all the documents supplied by the BOI office, you should contact them directly as they have some special agreements and can help you to apply for other visa.
Ben *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Robert ******
thanks for the heads up, I will give them a call today. Much appreciatedReply to
Ben *********
Reply
Benjamin ******
Do you have an extension of stay?
Ben *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Benjamin *****
my HR will deal with cancelling of the wp so have said they will request this if that is possible for a week. I have little faith in them however so thought best to get advice hereReply to
Ben *********
Reply
1 comments
2 years ago
14 comments
3 years ago
7 comments
3 years ago
4 comments
3 years ago
11 comments
3 years ago
10 comments
4 years ago
7 comments
4 years ago
2 comments
4 years ago
0 comments
4 years ago
10 comments
5 years ago
5 comments
6 years ago
6 comments
6 years ago
8 comments
6 years ago
10 comments
6 years ago
7 comments
6 years ago
9 comments
6 years ago
3 comments
6 years ago
6 comments
7 years ago
0 comments
7 years ago
17 comments
7 years ago
0 comments
7 years ago
0 comments
7 years ago
0 comments
7 years ago
6 comments
8 years ago
31 comments
8 years ago
7 comments
a month ago
9 comments
a month ago
21 comments
a month ago
16 comments
a month ago
8 comments
a month ago
The ask:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.