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Business Visa

For entrepreneurs and business professionals working in Thailand

3-8 weeks
Processing Time
2,000 THB
Visa Fee
96%
Success Rate

Business Visa Benefits

  • Legal authorization to work in Thailand
  • Pathway to permanent residency after 3 years
  • Ability to open Thai bank accounts and get loans
  • Spouse and children can apply for dependent visas
  • Multiple entry options available
  • Can be extended annually without leaving Thailand

Who Can Apply?

  • Job offer from registered Thai company
  • Company meets capital and employee requirements
  • Position requires foreign expertise
  • Minimum salary requirements (varies by nationality)
  • Relevant qualifications for the position

About Business Visa in Thailand

The Non-B Business Visa is Thailand's primary work visa category, essential for foreign nationals seeking employment or conducting business in Thailand. This visa serves as the foundation for obtaining a work permit, which is legally required for any form of paid work in the Kingdom. The Non-B covers various business activities including employment, business ownership, teaching, and consultancy work.

The visa process typically involves coordination between the employer, the Ministry of Labor (for work permits), and Immigration (for visa extensions). While the initial visa is usually granted for 90 days, it can be extended to one year once a work permit is obtained. The Non-B visa is crucial for building a legitimate long-term presence in Thailand's business community.

Visa Fee2,000 THB visa + 3,000 THB work permit
Agency Service25,000-60,000 THB full service
Processing Time3-8 weeks

Application Process

  1. 1.Employer prepares company documents
  2. 2.Apply for Non-B visa at Thai embassy or convert in-country
  3. 3.Enter Thailand and apply for work permit
  4. 4.Complete work permit process with Labor Ministry
  5. 5.Extend visa to 1 year based on work permit
  6. 6.Annual extensions thereafter

Required Documents

  • •Employment contract
  • •Company registration documents
  • •Educational certificates (certified)
  • •Previous employment references
  • •Medical certificate
  • •Criminal background check
  • •Company financial statements

Business Visa Frequently Asked Questions

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No, the Non-B visa alone does not permit work. You must wait for your work permit approval before starting any work activities, even for the company that sponsored your visa. Working without a work permit, even for one day, is illegal and can result in fines, deportation, and blacklisting.
Minimum salary requirements vary by nationality: Western nationals (US/UK/EU/AU/JP) require 50,000 THB, Hong Kong/Singapore/Malaysia/Korea 45,000 THB, China/India/Philippines 35,000 THB, CLMV countries 25,000 THB per month. BOI-promoted companies have different rules: service companies exempt from 4:1 Thai staff ratio, but large manufacturing (>100 employees) requires 70% Thai staff and 150,000 THB minimum for executives (effective Oct 2025).
Changing employers requires canceling your current work permit and visa, then reapplying with the new employer. You typically have 7 days to leave Thailand after cancellation unless your new employer can process documents immediately. Some cases allow job changes without leaving Thailand.
Thai companies must maintain a 4:1 ratio of Thai to foreign employees and have 2 million THB registered capital per foreign employee. Additional requirements include active business operations, tax compliance, and sufficient office space.
Your work permit is specific to your Thai employer and job description. Working for any other entity, including foreign companies, without proper authorization is illegal. Digital nomad work requires different visa types or proper business registration in Thailand.
Your legal ability to work ends when your work permit expires, even if your visa remains valid. You must stop working immediately and either renew your work permit or cancel both documents. Having a valid visa without work permit does not authorize employment.
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