Will work permit holders still be able to get a 1-year Non B visa in Thailand?

Dec 22, 2017
7 years ago
Good morning all members.....not really an advice but can anyone confirm work permit holder will not longer get a 1 year Non B visa unless they are : Owners, Directors, or shareholders of a company ? This come from Penang....or as an advice what consulate/embassy could still offer it ? Thank you in advance !
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TLDR : Answer Summary
There are conflicting reports about the issuance of 1-year Non B visas for work permit holders in Thailand. Some members suggest that only company owners, directors, or shareholders may qualify for the 1-year visa, while others believe that employees with work permits will only receive a 3-month visa. It's recommended to verify directly with the relevant consulate or agents in Penang for accurate information and updates.
Nigel *********
I never liked Penang anyway. Bugger....
Chay ******
Has anybody seen an official statement from the consulate itself ?? Is it possible they have just stopped the agents doing multiple entries, but still ok if applied in person
Chay ******
@Tod ********
yes it is wishful thinking ๐Ÿ˜ฌ
Tod *********
I think you're grasping at straws with that idea, agents make up MOST of the business that the consulate does. I'd bet it is gonna be for everyone.
Jean **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
I think kota bahru gives only 3 months too :-(
Marco *********
Correct
Robert *******
According of previous comments i read no more in 1 year Non B in total Malaysia.
Marco *********
Correct
Sharon *******
Seriously? I think if you have a work permit and employment contract it shouldn't be an issue. Check with the agent in Penang. His name is Jim
Joe ***********
Try Kota Bahru Malaysia - the only other Thai Consulate in the Region that has processed 12 Month Multi-Entry B Visas in recent times
Jean **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
How would it possible to know if any other nearby country (Laos. Cambodia ?) Can still give the 1 year multiple one ?
Tod *********
Jim posted it on his f/b page. Starting next week, all they're going to give for employees of companies is a 90 day single entry Non-B in Penang.
Jean **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
As far as I understood they will give only 3 months non B for employees from now on... but again this is actually my question !
Nigel *********
I heard this also.
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