Can DTV holders get a thai drivers license? I read in some places that you need a work permit

I have been asked to potentially distribute/sell an imported product into Thailand. I know I can't just hit the streets and knock on doors. What is the best legal way in which I can do this so that I can be directly involved (either managing or direct selling) and get paid for operating this business?

I’m seeking advice or insights from anyone who may have gone through a similar situation.

I’ve been living and working in Thailand for the past 17 years as a university instructor. I’m a U.S. citizen and have held a valid work permit and visa throughout my time here.

Recently, I officially obtained Thai citizenship through my mother, who is Thai by birth. I now have my Thai National ID card and have submitted all necessary documents to my workplace so that my employment records are now under my Thai ID instead of my U.S. passport.

Here’s where I’m unsure:

My current work permit and visa (issued under my U.S. passport) are valid until October 2025. I asked my employer what I need to do about closing or canceling them, and they told me I don’t need to do anything—that I should just let them expire since I’m now legally Thai.

That doesn’t sound quite right to me. I feel like there should be some formal process to close out the old visa and work permit under my foreign passport. I’m worried that “doing nothing” might leave a loose end or even a negative mark in the immigration system, especially if I ever need to re-enter Thailand in the future using my U.S. passport (just hypothetically).

Has anyone here been through this process or have advice on what steps I should take? Any insights would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

Are non-B visas issued for job offer contracts of 3 months?

Hi all.

I have a staff member who's on a Non-B extension (thru to Dec 25) + WP + multiple re-entry permit. She has resigned and needs to leave Thailand unexpectedly and soon.

While we can probably get her WP cancelled, there is insufficient time to formerly cancel her visa before she leaves.

What are the implications if she leaves without us having cancelled her Non-Imm B extension?

Can we do volunteer teaching (no pay) at charity school with DTV

I have lived in Thailand for 8 years with a work permit and non-b. My bank accounts are all Thai, my drivers license, residency, utility bills, income... everything is all Thai. Will that be a problem as I switch to the DTV? Should I include my non-b and WP in my paperwork?

I am a 67 yo from the USA who has been here for almost five months on my initial 15 month Retirement Visa. Is there any way to get a part-time job other than thru online digital employment? I do not have a work permit and believe I would be unable to get one on a Retirement Visa. I realize that if I try to work for some company or individual, even under the table, I risk severe consequences including deportation, and have zero desire to break or even bend the law. Any thoughts? Thanks in advance… 🙏

Hello friends,

I’m currently on a work permit and want to move to DTV as I’m not working anymore.

✨I am leaving Thailand on 15/7

✨My work visa ends 1/9 even though my business has another year.

✨I come back via Bangkok 29/9

I plan to go to apply for a DTV in a neighbouring country in October.

My question is - will I have problems entering the country on 29/9?

Can I enter as a tourist?

Will I have problems?

Non B Visa expires 31 August. Company says have to follow them to immigration to cancel work permit and Visa?

Why is there a need to cancel the Visa beforehand if the Visa expires 31 August anyway? Do Visas expire naturally or they don't?