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Foreign Worker Quota Application
Application by employer to the Department of Employment for the quota to hire foreign workers. Required before specific work-permit applications.
When Used
Before WP.3 work-permit application.
Who Files
Employer.
Fee & Logistics
Per fee schedule
Days
Department of Employment
Filing Method
- In-person at DoE
Required Documents
- Company registration
- Tax filings
- Thai-employee evidence
Field-by-Field Walkthrough
Capital
Registered capital.
Thai employee count
Existing Thai employees.
Foreign workers requested
Quota requested.
Common Mistakes
- Insufficient capital / Thai-employee ratio
Legal Basis
Foreign Working Act B.E. 2551 (2008)
This walkthrough summarises the practical filing requirements for a Thai government form as a starting point. Fees, procedures, and required documents change without notice — always verify with the issuing authority before filing. Educational use only; not a substitute for advice from a Thai-qualified lawyer, accountant, or licensed visa agent.
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