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Work Permit Application Document List for Thailand
Complete document requirements for applying for a Thai work permit as a foreign employee.
Document Checklist
Valid Non-Immigrant B visa in passport
Passport (original + copies of all pages)
6 passport-size photos (3x4 cm, white background)
Educational certificates (degree/diploma)
Must be notarized/apostilled from country of origin.
Resume/CV detailing work experience
Employment contract
Employer company documents (registration, financial statements)
Map to workplace
Medical certificate (from Thai hospital)
Must be issued within 30 days of application.
Power of Attorney (if employer applies on your behalf)
Previous work permit (if renewal)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Applying for a work permit on a tourist visa — you must have a Non-Immigrant B visa first.
Degree certificates not properly notarized or apostilled.
Medical certificate older than 30 days at time of submission.
Working before the work permit is issued — this is illegal even if the application is pending.
Not understanding that the work permit is tied to a specific employer and job description.
Helpful Tips
Apply for your Non-Immigrant B visa at a Thai consulate before entering Thailand.
BOI-promoted companies enjoy faster processing (2–3 business days vs 7–14).
Keep your work permit with you at all times — failure to produce it is a fineable offence.
Start the renewal process at least 30 days before expiration.
If changing employers, you must apply for a new work permit — permits are not transferable.
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