Thailand Launches Mandatory Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for Foreign Travelers Starting May 2025 Effective May 1, 2025, Thailand will officially launch the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), a new requirement for all foreign nationals entering the country. This initiative replaces the paper-based TM6 arrival card, in an attempt to modernize the nation’s immigration procedures. The…
Thailand Eases LTR Visa Requirements to Attract Global Talent and Boost Investment On January 13, 2025, Thailand’s Cabinet announced Important changes to the Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa program. These updates are designed to attract skilled professionals, global investors, and their families while fostering increased foreign investment in the country. Highlights of the LTR Visa Updates…
The new DTV Visa allows remote workers and participants in cultural activities to stay in Thailand for up to 180 days per entry, with a 5-year validity. As of July 15, 2024, the Thai government has officially launched the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), aimed at individuals seeking to combine work and travel (“workcation”) in Thailand….
Clarification on the Scope of Work Permit under Decree 2018 On the 10th of May 2018, the Department of Employment (DoE) published a letter to address the scope of the Work Permit under the Emergency Decree on Foreign Employee Management B.E. 2561 (the “Decree 2018”). It especially elucidated the question of whether a foreigner who…
Holding a permit for permanent residency in Thailand has many benefits. A person with a permanent resident status can live permanently in Thailand without the need for a periodic stay extension. A permanent residence permit is the first step to becoming a naturalized citizen of Thailand. It entitles the non-Thai family members of the permanent…
Since 15th June 2016, it is possible for foreigners to obtain a visa (extension of stay) and work permit in Thailand for a period of two years, under the Board of Investment (BOI) or the Industrial Estate Authorized Thailand (IEAT) schemes. In specific cases, a period of even four years may be granted. 1. Two-year…
Work Permit Requirements As in any other country in the world, foreigners require a governmental permission prior to working in Thailand. In this article, we will explain the administrative process related to the application for a work permit. Individuals applying for Thai work permits must qualify under the Thai law. The applicant must have the…
The “Land of Smiles” is an attractive destination for both tourists seeking fun and professionals seeking opportunities. However, the Kingdom of Thailand has many regulations concerning travel and residence in the country. Foreign nationals must obtain visas if they wish to enter the Kingdom. Thailand is also a party to many bi-lateral agreements which allow…
For business trips to or short term employment of foreigners in Thailand, this article summarizes the available options regarding the necessary visa and work permits: 1. Business Visa Foreigners who wish to work, conduct business or undertake investment activities in Thailand must apply for a Non-Immigrant Visa at the Royal Thai Embassies or Royal…
If a foreign employee is married to a Thai citizen, the foreigner may apply for a non-immigrant-O-visa (dependent visa) in Thailand. For the one-year extension of such visa, issued by the Immigration Office, in particular the following will be required: Marriage certificate; Evidence of income of not less than 400K/year, e.g. bank statement; ID…
Regarding the work permit extension, the officer has discretion to extend the work permit for a time period not exceeding two years, depending on the company’s compliance with Section 21 of Foreign Workers Act. The officer will consider the financial statements of the employer related to the preceding year as well as VAT payments of…
In certain cases, business requires to second foreign staff to Thailand on a short-term or urgent basis. They may then apply for a temporary work permit to perform urgent and necessary duties. The application for this kind of work permit should be finished within a period of 15 days. A work related to administration, academic…
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