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Dec 10, 2025
5 months ago
Has anyone tried applying while being both a freelancer and an employee And does anyone know if additional documents were required, or if they were rejected because of it?
3 comments
Nov 3, 2025
6 months ago
Sahel **********
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Hi, I’m Iranian. I came to Bangkok one month ago on a tourist visa to look for a way to get a longer-term visa.

Someone suggested the DTV (Destination Thailand Visa) to me.

I know I have to leave Thailand to apply, but as an Iranian, which country should I go to — Laos, Vietnam, China, or somewhere else?

How long does the whole process take?

While the application is being processed, can I return to Iran, or do I have to stay in the country where I submit the application?

Also, is a personal interview required, or can everything be done online?

How much does the visa process cost in total?

And finally — is Bangkok a good place to live for now, considering that I don’t have a job yet and I just want to apply for a visa so I can later find work there?
7 comments
Aug 15, 2024
2 years ago
Krish *******
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Hi Beautiful people!

Im looking to get a non immigrant B-Work visa & a work permit in Thailand Chiang Mai ...i would like to teach English but i dont know Thai! i actually do not mind working anywhere tbh...not just English Teacher. is this possible & how can i go about doing this? Please do let me know if anyone has any info please...i am from UK & am in Asia atm, i was in chiang mai last week for the 4th time, its my fav place in Thailand & want to relocate there....

Thanks guys

Krish
9 comments
Jun 15, 2024
2 years ago
Simon *********
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Hello all, I'm shortly moving to Thailand and currently have a non-o visa due to my wife's job. I'm now considering if it would be possible to continue my current UK based full remote project management role from Thailand. Thankfully my employer is happy but I'm unsure about work permits.

It appears I have a few options to allow legal working

- DTV - is not available yet and only last 180 days

- LTR - not sure I will meet the conditions

- Use a POE service which appears expensive but can assist securing a non-b visa.

Does anyone have experience of a PEO service, are they legal?

Am I missing any other options?

Thanks all

S
19 comments
May 28, 2024
2 years ago
Maryann ***********
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Hello, I’m coming to Thailand on a visa that doesn’t allow me to work. If I offer coaching services on a donation basis only does that make any difference? Or would it still be seen as working without a permit?
61 comments
Apr 12, 2024
2 years ago
Gabriel ***********
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Hello! Im looking forward to move to thailand with a friend this June, she already has visa because she got signed by an agency as a model, but i dont know how to find any job, related to languages, art or graphic design, any help? Or any language studying visa? Thank you!
16 comments
Apr 4, 2024
2 years ago
Irina ********
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Hello! I am seeking advice on what professional activity can be done with an O Visa and if it is possible to start a company in Thailand with this Visa O, and any ways to start it without the 3M thb requirement for foreigners? I used to hold F Visa before. I would appreciate any advice or reference to reliable lawyers that could help.
9 comments
Mar 15, 2024
2 years ago
Cloudy *****
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Hi,

I would like to know what options are available... I have been offered to help out at my Thai friend's shop/restaurant and help the staff there with their English. Is it possible to get a volunteer visa for this kind of work? Or do I need a proper work permit? Is it possible to do this work legally?

Thanks in advance🙏
38 comments
Dec 14, 2023
2 years ago
Sashy ********
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Presently on a 1 year Non-B visa. Is there any possibility to get a multi year Non-B visa for a rep office?
6 comments
Aug 31, 2022
4 years ago
Dave **********
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Hi All, thinking about applying for a multiple-entry Non-Imm 'O' visa based on having a Thai child at a neighbouring Thai consulate? Are Savannakhet and HCMC still doing these? What are their requirements? Can I get a work permit whilst on this kind of visa?

Thanks in advance. :)
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