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How can I work as a freelance sports trainer in Thailand, and do I need to register a company?

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Feb 15, 2025

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How can i work as a Freelance sports trainer in thailand?

Do i need to register a company?

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The post discusses how to work as a freelance sports trainer in Thailand, including the need for a work permit and the possibility of registering a company. Responses indicate that while there are challenges, particularly regarding work permits, some have successfully operated in this field by establishing a company and hiring Thai nationals to meet labor regulations. It is also recommended to consult with a lawyer specializing in Thai immigration and business law for detailed guidance.

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John **********

Your problem will be getting a work permit. There are ways to do that but unless you can find a company to provide one the only alternative is setting up a company, officially employing 4 thais for every work permit, paying social security for them etc

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@John *********

yes as

@Michael *******

said i spoke with the lawyer and there is a way yo do it.... 🙂 thanks for the input sir

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Bill ********

No...

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Michael ********

Despite what people are saying its not a profession that is reserved for Thai nationals.

My friend opened gym and hired the mandatory 4 people.

Another friend had the Phuket Movement clinic.

Also see couple of people in Bangkpk and they have according to there adverts full work permits

You would best be talking to a lawyer who specialises in this. But there will be a lot of set up costs

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@Michael *******

thanks for the positive outlook mate 🙏🏼 will talk with the lawyer

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Mark ********

You can't....

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@Mark *******

cannot register a company? In sports?

Ernesto ********

good luck

Cissi *********

it has to do with visa and work permit. You can't freelance as a sports trainer. If you have enough money you might be able to start a gym, but you would need to employ minimum 4 thai national before you could even be considered for a work permit etc. It's not easy like "hey, let's move to another country and work as a freelance trainer". Ask yourself - could a thai person come to your country, get the visa to stay long term and get a work permit for a "random" freelance job, that many of your countries citizen can do as well? Most likely not... it would not be easy.

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Mark ********

You will need at least 5 employees and even then i don't think you can work other than management. Likely as with most things a protected proffession.

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