The (UK based) son of a friend of mine living here wishes to visit Phuket.

In memory of his deceased mother, he wants to make a one day run up to

the Big Buddha to raise money for the charitable organization, Cancer Research

UK, and possibly some local hospitals / schools.

Does anybody definitively know whether this run would constitute 'work' thereby

requiring him to obtain a work permit before the event ?

Would conducting a public charity fund raising event require any other licenses /

permits from the police or other local authorities ?

Thanks in advance.

hi,

Technically it is work, but the chances of any questions being asked at a charity event is practically nil, so I wouldn't worry about it. I know loads of folks who work at the Red Cross fair every year without any permits.

Cheers

hi,

Technically it is work, but the chances of any questions being asked at a charity event is practically nil, so I wouldn't worry about it. I know loads of folks who work at the Red Cross fair every year without any permits.

Cheers

and the Ploenchit fair every year !

And if you are still concerned, you could look at the option of the temporary work permit a.k.a. emergency WP, Valid for 15 days only. Personally dont think you would have any issues by not having one

Thanks for the replies. It did seem extreme that a work permit would be required for a 1 day charity event.

The Charity Club of Pattaya do lots of fund raising and help many Isaan people, children etc. Immigration never interfere.

Hi Mods. Think this topic has been answered positively. with good examples. So now please close, with thanks.