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Can Individuals Get a Work Permit in Thailand and What’s the Process?

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Jun 29, 2020

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I have a bit of a general question about work permits. Can individuals get a work permit? What’s the process? Could someone point me in the direction of some info?

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Yes, individuals can obtain a work permit in Thailand, typically by being employed through a business. To start the process, it is recommended to contact the local labor office or the human resources department of your employer for guidance.

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This is a visa group, and not a work permit group, but I'm in a good mood and I'll let it through:

>. Can individuals get a work permit

Only individuals can get work permits. Individuals must be employed through a business (generally)

>What’s the process?

Contact your local labor office for the process of getting a work permit, OR contact your human resource office.

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thank you! I did hesitate before I posted. You confirmed what I thought so I think businesses are trying to save themselves the money and hassle.

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Is your company wanting you to apply for your own work permit before starting?

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yep! I was pretty sure work permits needed to be sponsored by a company. I think many get around it by setting up their own companies but if I don’t have a job why would I go through the hassle? Something smells a bit fishy.

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you are feeling most kind today.😅😅😅

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Yes I am :D Thankfully

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