Pillar 02
Work Permits & Expat Compliance
Lawful residence in Thailand is a continuous obligation, not a single event. We manage the recurring filings that keep your status, and your employer's, in good standing.
New Thai Work Permit Application
Issue, renewal, amendment and cancellation of work permits for foreign employees.
- Authority
- Department of Employment
- Standard ratio
- 4 Thai employees : 1 work permit
Work Permit Renewal
Timely renewal of work permits aligned with your one-year extension of stay.
- File
- Before expiry
- Maximum term
- Up to 2 years
Work Permit Amendment – Job Title, Workplace & Employer Details
Amending a permit when your position, workplace or employer details change.
- Triggers
- New title, location, address
- Timing
- Before the change
Work Permit Cancellation & Employer Transition
Lawful cancellation on resignation or termination, and moving to a new sponsor.
- Notify
- Within statutory deadline
- Visa impact
- Extension usually cancelled
Digital Work Permit (e-Work Permit)
Applying for and managing work permits through the Department of Employment's online system.
- Format
- Digital, shown in app
- Filing
- Online
BOI Work Permits (Single Window)
Fast-track work permits and visas for staff of BOI-promoted companies.
- For
- BOI-promoted companies
- System
- Single Window
One Stop Service Center Visas & Work Permits
Combined visa and work-permit processing for eligible companies and investors.
- Where
- Bangkok service centre
- Combines
- Visa + work permit
Work Permits for Company Directors & Shareholders
Work authorisation for foreign directors who manage or sign for a Thai company.
- Applies to
- Active foreign directors
- Salary
- Not the deciding factor
Work Permit Eligibility: Reserved Jobs, Capital & Thai Staff Ratio
Checking that the employer and role qualify before you apply.
- Reserved jobs
- Thai-only list
- Capital guideline
- 2M THB per foreigner
90-Day Reporting
Online and in-person 90-day address notification for long-stay foreigners.
- Frequency
- Every 90 days of continuous stay
- Window
- 15 days before to 7 days after due date
Re-Entry Permits (Single / Multiple)
Preserve your extension of stay when travelling abroad.
- Types
- Single or multiple
- Where
- Immigration office or airport
TM.30 Notification of Residence
Landlord and tenant compliance for foreign residents' addresses.
- Responsible party
- House owner / landlord
- Deadline
- Within 24 hours of arrival
Visa Transfer to New Passport
Transfer of current visa and extension stamps to a renewed passport.
- Required when
- Passport renewed or replaced
- Supporting letter
- Issued by your embassy
Start with a Free Initial Case Assessment
Share your goal and documents. A licensed coordinator reviews eligibility and replies with next steps and a formal quotation.