Hi there,

Is there anybody in Chiang Mai who got experience in charity work and would know where to do?

In my mind I got ideas of orphanage work helping with food supply, giving basics in English language aso.

You will need a work permit.

 

17 minutes ago, Chris.B said:

You will need a work permit.

 

Technically, he should have a work permit but...

You need a work permit if you are donating your time?

Better to ask in the CHISNG MAI forum for local knowledge.

 

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"work" means engaging in work by exerting energy or using knowledge whether or not in consideration of wages or other benefit;

 

https://www.samuiforsale.com/law-texts/foreign-employment-act.html

 

16 hours ago, RayOday said:

You need a work permit if you are donating your time?

Yes - you're working, irrespective if you're being paid or not. 

On 1/8/2022 at 9:47 AM, lordblackader said:

Yes - you're working, irrespective if you're being paid or not. 

Exactly, need to apply for a volunteer visa, and getting then the appropriate work permit, and i think your visa application must have the sponsoring organization etc---yes, it is likely true that many volunteer--free of charge--without these things, but, if reported or discovered, one can be subject to fines and deportation--not a risk most retirees want to take--others may not care.  It is unfortunate, as there are many who would be eager to share their talents in some form---so, if you do, you should at least  know the risk you are taking.