Am reading and hearing different stories reg. the steps to take to change from Non-O to Non-B.

And couldn't find the info (yet) on the forum related to my case. So am hoping someone can help out and advise.

 

Situation is that I came to Thailand on a Non-O visa (only 2 weeks ago).

Found a job with a small Thai company in Bangkok; a little faster than anticipated but enthusiastic to start quickly.

And now need to apply for a Work-permit.

 

The admin-staff of my future employer doesn't have much experience with applying for Work-permits.

When applying a few days ago - with all the paperwork, etc. in hand - the Labour Department mentioned that a Non-B visa is required to go ahead with the WP-application.

Maybe (or probably?) my bad, as I could have prepared better. But am OK to face the consequences and do the necessary. 

 

Now the questions:

To the best of your knowledge, what steps should I take to get a Non-B quickly?

Can this conversion be done in Chaeng Wattana or is a trip abroad necessary?

And in case I should fly out, should I go to the embassy in my home-country? Or can I go to an Embassy/Consulate in the region?

Which Embassy/Consulate in the region is the easiest?

 

Thanks....

Do you have non-immigrant O marriage visa or non-immigrant O retirement?

Is it single or multiple entry?

 

Please specify this information.

 

If it is non-immigrant O marriage visa, you can have a WP based on it.

3 hours ago, WebGuy said:

Do you have non-immigrant O marriage visa or non-immigrant O retirement?

Is it single or multiple entry?

 

Please specify this information.

 

If it is non-immigrant O marriage visa, you can have a WP based on it.

Yes, came in here on a Non-O marriage/single entry (but did the re-entry last week already at Suvarnabhumi on a short trip abroad). Thought as well that a Non-O would be good enough reg. WP-application.

Unfortunately, we were told differently by the officer....

Maybe try again with another officer?