The steps and documents needed to work legally in Thailand.
Action checklist
Complete these steps in order for the fastest, safest setup.
1Non-Immigrant B visa required before applying for work permit
2Work permit application: employer submits to Ministry of Labour
3Work permit tied to one employer — change requires new permit
4Minimum capital and employee ratio requirements for your employer
City context: Bangkok
These steps are tailored for newcomers in Bangkok. Costs, availability, and requirements may differ in other cities — switch the city selector above to switch context.