Thailand•AsiaNon-Immigrant Visa Category B (Business/Work)
At a Glance
Processing Time
5-10 days
Application Fee
80 USD
Stay Duration
90 days
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Employment visa for foreigners working in Thailand with a local employer sponsor. Required for those conducting business or working for Thai companies. Allows 90-day initial entry, extendable to one year.
The Non-Immigrant Visa Category B is the primary work visa for foreign employees in Thailand. It requires employer sponsorship and coordination with Thai labor authorities to obtain a work permit.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
20,000 EUR
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Passport photos
Recent color photos
Employment letter
Signed by employer confirming employment details
Work permit approval
From Department of Employment
Sponsor Documents
Company registration
Proof of business registration
Employee contract
Formal employment agreement
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Advantages
- Allows legal employment in Thailand
- Extendable to 1 year
- Dependents can apply
- Pathway to other visa types
Considerations
- Requires employer sponsorship
- Work permit process required
- Tied to specific employer
- No automatic pathway to residency
Application Process
Obtain job offer
Secure employment with Thai company
Employer applies for work permit
Employer files paperwork with Thai Department of Employment
Prepare visa documents
Gather passport, photos, and employment documentation
Submit application
Apply at Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate
Pay visa fee
Pay applicable Non-Immigrant B fee
Await processing
Wait 5-10 business days for approval
Collect visa
Retrieve visa from embassy
Application Forms
Non-Immigrant Visa Application Form
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