Visa & Work Permit Services in Phuket, Thailand

Our immigration lawyers in Phuket handle work permit applications, BOI visa services, and visa renewals for expatriates and foreign employees working in Thailand.

Yes. Even as a director or sole shareholder, foreigners must hold a valid work permit to perform any work in Thailand. The DTV (Destination Thailand Visa) does not substitute for a work permit. Operating without one carries fines and potential deportation. We handle work permit applications alongside company registration for a fully compliant setup.

The Non-Immigrant OA (retirement) visa requires you to be aged 50 or over, with either 800,000 THB in a Thai bank account or a monthly income of at least 65,000 THB (or a combination meeting that threshold). We manage the full process: initial application, health insurance documentation, 90-day reporting, and annual renewal. We also advise on the Non-OX (10-year) LTR visa for qualifying retirees.

A Non-Immigrant B visa is issued for business purposes and is required to apply for a work permit. A Non-Immigrant O is for family, retirement, or supporting a Thai spouse or child. Both are multiple-entry or single-entry depending on how they are issued. The right visa category depends on your situation — we advise and handle applications for both.