Work Permit · Pattaya, Thailand
Thai Work Permit in Pattaya
Legal authorisation to work for a Thai-based employer.
- Timeline
- 2–3 weeks once the visa is in place.
- Fee from
- From THB 10,000 flat fee including government fees.
- Validity
- 1 year, renewable with the visa.
Free 15-minute consultation
Tell us your situation and we'll confirm if you qualify and what it costs.
Service overview
A Thai work permit is required for any foreigner working in Thailand. We prepare the full Labour Office file, brief you on the interview and handle annual renewals.
Best suited for
- Foreigners on a Non-B visa starting a Thai job
- Marriage-visa holders who want to work legally
- Company owners filing for themselves
Eligibility requirements
- Valid Non-B or marriage visa
- Sponsoring Thai company meeting capital and staff ratio requirements
- Job description matching one of the open occupations for foreigners
- Medical certificate issued within 30 days
Documents you'll need
- Passport, visa stamp and TM.30 receipt
- Company documents (DBD, shareholder list, VAT, financials)
- Education certificates and CV
- Photos (5×6 cm) and medical certificate
Application process
- 1
Pre-check
We confirm the job description and company qualify before you apply.
- 2
WP.3 filing
We file the WP.3 at the Chonburi Labour Office to authorise the work permit.
- 3
Work permit book
After approval you collect the blue work permit book in person.
- 4
Annual renewal
We renew the work permit and visa together each year.
Who this is not for
- Holders of a tourist entry or visa exemption
- Remote workers employed abroad (DTV may suit you instead)
- Jobs on the list of occupations reserved for Thai nationals
Common mistakes to avoid
- Working at a location or in a role not listed on the permit
- Letting the permit lapse when the visa extension is renewed
- Medical certificate older than 30 days
Latest rule changes
- Most filings and renewals are now handled through the Department of Employment online system.
Last reviewed October 2026. Rules can change; we confirm the current position at your consultation.
Timeline & cost at a glance
| Timeline | 2–3 weeks once the visa is in place. |
|---|---|
| Service fee | From THB 10,000 flat fee including government fees. |
| Validity | 1 year, renewable with the visa. |
| Included | Thai government fees, document check, form preparation, immigration accompaniment and a written quote before you pay. |
| Not included | Multiple Entry add-on (฿4,500) where needed, documents or translations from your home country, bank charges and your own travel costs. |
Frequently asked questions
Short, factual answers to the questions we get most often in our Pattaya office.
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