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That's a good idea. Moreover, I think it's worth noting that my "visa" was actually issued before obtaining the work permit. Therefore, they shouldn't necessarily be linked to each other, I guess? If my memory serves me right, my initial employer in Thailand back in 2019 first obtained a work permit, and then we used that work permit as the basis to apply for a visa or some form of extension (during that time, I entered Thailand on a regular 30-day tourist exemption stamp). After approximately three months, I was granted a proper one-year NON-B visa. In this case, the sequence is reversed, which could potentially work in my favor.

Last Friday, just moments before wrapping up my work for the day, I was summoned for a meeting where I was presented with a "Termination of Employment during Probation Period" letter. The date on the letter is 15th May 2023, which is today. Unfortunately, there is no mention of any forthcoming actions concerning the cancellation of my work permit or visa. The company heavily rely on their lawyer for that kind of matters. Consequently, I have been unable to obtain any information regarding my immigration status from them. They have merely assured me verbally that they will arrange a meeting with their lawyer on Monday (today) to clarify everything. However, according to the nature of our conflict, I must take some measures to safeguard myself against any potential harmful negligence on their part. And obviously my contract explicitly grants the employer the right to terminate the agreement without prior notice during the probation period.

Indeed, you are correct. The exemption stamp in my passport has been "transformed" into what now appears as a "NON 'B'" stamp, despite being granted for only a three-month period. However, I am concerned about whether the validity of my "visa" is somehow dependent on my work permit status. If my work permit has been canceled, does this mean that my visa is also considered canceled?

To be honest, I cannot be 100% certain, but I believe it is a visa. It appears as a stamp on my passport with the title "NON 'B'" on top. It supposed to be a temporary kind of... something. Issued on 14 March 2023 and is valid until 11 June 2023. Additionally, there is a disclaimer at the bottom that states "Please contact the Immigration Office for a Re-Entry before leaving Thailand."

I haven't contacted immigration yet as I just got laid off. My former employer has "promised" to arrange a meeting with their lawyer to help me with my immigration status, but I am doubtful of their trustworthiness. Now I'm just seeking advice on the best course of action in this situation.

My contract has been terminated, and I'm currently wondering about the next steps to take. My ex-employer has kept my work permit book, and informed me that their lawyer, who was responsible for my visa and work permit since the very first day, will contact me about the next steps. However, I'm conflicted with them as the entire layoff was extremely unprofessional from their side, and I can't trust them to handle the cancellation correctly. Therefore, I believe that I will need to take some action on my own. If my contract was terminated today, does it mean that my visa is already voided, and I will be overstaying from tomorrow? My visa was issued by the Chaeng Watthana bureau, and as far as I understand, I don't have any additional "post-visa" extension granted by them automatically. I've read about the 7-day extension for 1900 baht during the cancellation process, but I would prefer to avoid that, as I plan to do the visa run and come back on the 30-day tourist exemption stamp anyway. What actions should I take? Can I just wait for the employer's move, or does it put me in a vulnerable position where I may technically already be overstaying?

I've got the work permit and Non-B visa that were issued through the BOI system by the Immigration office in Chamchuri Square aka "One Stop Center for Visa and Work Permits". However, I've got a bad feeling about my current employer and my future in the company. What's going to happen when I'll lose the job? Will I also lose my visa? What would be the best solution in that scenario to remain in Thailand?