Working in Thailand


Many international companies make their home in Bangkok and many international hotels are spread out into the rest of the country, particularly in the southern island regions. Finances are the largest industry in Bangkok but expats come for very diverse work fields including teaching English, export/import companies, management and manufacturing.

Expat jobs outside of Bangkok usually involve the tourism industry such as hotel management. In general, well paid expat positions are given to employees hired from overseas or relocated to Thailand within their company. Expats hired from within Thailand have a much lower salary.

Visa and Work Permits

The first step to obtaining a work permit is receiving a non-immigrant visa. Applications for work permits must then be accompanied by personal identifications, degrees, employer documentation and various fees depending on length of stay. Work permits can be extended.

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