Who is it for?

This visa is for foreigners who want to:

• Work in Thailand (teacher, employee, etc.)

• Conduct business (meetings, negotiations, setup)

• Open or manage a company in Thailand

• Teach at an approved institution

• Invest in a Thai business or act as a company director

 

There are two types in Single-Entry (90 Days) and Multiple-Entry (1 year). Multiple-Entry Visa (1Year) has to apply after getting a Work Permit. To apply for a Non-B visa based on employment, the general requirements are as below: 

 

💼 A. For Employment in Thailand

From the Employee (You):

• Copy of passport  or travel document with validity of not less than 6 months

• Resume or CV

• University degree certificate(s) or transcripts

• Professional certificates (if applicable)

• Work experience letters (if available)

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From the Employer (Thai company):

• WP3 Letter (Approval from Thailand's Ministry of Labour for Work Permit Pre-Approval)

• Employment contract stating:

  • Position

  • Salary (must meet the minimum requirement, usually above THB 25,000+/month)

  • Duration of employment

Company registration documents:

• Certificate of Business Registration (with objectives)

• List of shareholders

• Company affidavit

• VAT registration (Phor Por 20)

• Recent balance sheet & income tax returns  Por Ngor Dor 50/30 

• Map of company location

• Company profile

 

🏢 B. For Business Visits (Meetings, Seminars, etc.)

If you are NOT working but visiting for business purposes:

• Invitation letter from Thai company

• Letter from your company abroad stating purpose of visit

• Company business license or registration of Thai partner

• Schedule of business meetings or events

 

⚠️ Here Are Some Challenges When Applying for a Non-B Visa in Thailand

🧾 1. Complex Document Requirements

• Thai embassies/immigration offices require a lot of documents from both the applicant and the employer.

• If even one document is missing or incorrect, your visa may be delayed or denied.

• Some documents must be translated and notarized (especially if not in English or Thai).

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💼 2. Work Permit Pre-Approval (WP3) Is Needed Before Visa

• For employment, your employer must apply for a WP3 letter (work permit pre-approval) from the Ministry of Labour before you can get the visa.

• This takes time (up to 1–2 weeks), and some employers are unfamiliar with the process or slow to act.

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🏢 3. Company Must Meet Requirements

To hire a foreigner, the Thai company must:

• Have at least 2 million THB in registered capital per foreign employee (or 1 million for BOI-supported companies)

• Employ at least 4 Thai staff per 1 foreigner

• Be a legally registered and active business

If the company doesn’t meet these standards, your visa/work permit will be denied

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🌍 4. Embassy Rules Differ by Country

• Each Thai embassy or consulate can have different document requirements

• Some embassies don’t allow applications from non-residents

• Always check the exact rules of the embassy where you plan to apply

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⏳ 5. Tight Timing

• Visa processing can take 3–10 business days, and WP3 can take even longer

• If you're already in Thailand (on a tourist visa, for example), you may need to leave the country and reapply, which adds to costs and timing issues

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🔁 6. Changing Jobs or Companies

• If you want to change employers, you must cancel your work permit and possibly get a new visa

• This process is time-consuming and requires fresh paperwork from your new employer

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💸 7. Financial & Salary Requirements

• Immigration expects that foreign employees earn a minimum salary (e.g., THB 50,000–60,000/month depending on nationality/industry)

• If your salary is lower, the visa extension might be denied

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❌ 8. Visa Denial Risk

• Your application may be rejected if:

  • The company has immigration violations

  • Your documents seem inconsistent or fake

  • The purpose of stay is unclear

• Reapplying can be time-consuming and expensive

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🧑‍🏫 9. Special Rules for Certain Jobs (e.g., Teachers)

• Teachers need:

  • Police clearance

  • Degree verification

  • Possibly a Thai teaching license or waiver

 

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