May 8, 201016 yr Must confess: The last time I looked at this subject was about 10 years ago. Back then I discovered, that about 45 professions were on a list that Farangs can't practice in Thailand. (Or in short: Whatever a Thai person can do, a Farang is not allowed to do). But now my question: WHAT EXACTLY HAPPENS TO A FARANG, CAUGHT IN A SITUATION OF ENGAGING IN ANY SORT OF "ILLEGAL COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY" (like working). - Fine? How much? - Spend time in prison? - Or just being thrown out of the country? - Or all of the above ? (Lord have mercy!) Cheers.
May 8, 201016 yr - An alien who performs work that is prescribed by the Royal Decree B.E. 2522 which prohibits alien employment in certain occupations and professions is liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 5 years or to a fine from 2,000 to 100,000 Baht, or both penalties. Thailawonline I believe there may have been a change recently and the fine is up to 200,000 Baht. Deportation is not specified but is a possibility.
May 8, 201016 yr Sentence is more often reduced to fine and deportation. But expect to be held in detention between the time of arrest and the case coming before the judge.
May 9, 201016 yr Alien Working Act, B.E. 2551 (2008) An alien working without a work permit is subject to imprisonment for a period of up to five years and/or a fine from 2,000 baht to 100,000 baht. If an alien accused of working without a work permit agrees to leave Thailand within 30 days, he may settle the matter with only a fine. Edited May 9, 201016 yr by PoorSucker
May 9, 201016 yr Fine is now 200,000 baht for not having a work permit. http://pattaya-times.com/a5426-immigration...ut-work-permits
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