Work Permit Renewal + Visa Extension — File 30–60 Days Before Expiry

Employment, HR & work permit reference — 32 answers

Compiled from the Labour Protection Act B.E. 2541, the Emergency Decree on Managing the Work of Aliens B.E. 2560 (as amended), and published requirements of the Department of Employment, Ministry of Labour, BOI, Social Security Office and the Labour Court, as cited on each service page. Government fees are official rates passed through at cost; stated durations are estimates that depend on authority queues.

• Q14106. Work Permit Renewal + Visa Extension — File 30–60 Days Before Expiry — key steps and requirements

  File 30–60 days before expiry on TT.5 at DOE with 3 months of PND.1 withholding, prior-year PND.91, 3 months SSO, latest financials, and payslips. After WP renewal, extend Non-B on TM.7 at Immigration and stamp multiple re-entry. State fees: WP quoted on request TM.7 quoted on request multiple re-entry quoted on request. Service quoted after document review. Sources: https://www.doe.go.th/ , https://www.immigration.go.th/

• Q14108. Work Permit Renewal + Visa Extension — File 30–60 Days Before Expiry — turnaround and starting fee?

  Turnaround 7–15 business days; service quoted after document review. Work-permit government fees follow the Department of Employment schedule and are passed through at cost.

• Q14117. How early can I file the renewal?

  30–60 days before expiry. Late filing incurs quoted per day (max quoted on request) and can trigger WP cancellation, requiring a new application.

• Q14118. Why must I show PND.1 and SSO?

  DOE verifies actual employment via monthly withholding tax and social-security contributions. Mismatches with the contract cause rejection.

• Q14119. Can I renew the visa before renewing the WP?

  No — the WP must be renewed first; a valid WP is a precondition for TM.7 Non-B extension.

• Q14120. Do I need to notify DOE of a salary increase?

  Yes — file TT.9 (Amendment) with the updated contract and pay-raise notice before the renewal, to avoid back-tax exposure.

• Q14121. 1-year vs 2-year renewal?

  Both cost the same total (quoted on request). Two years reduces paperwork frequency and suits BOI / stable firms; SMEs often prefer 1 year for flexibility.

• Q14122. Do I still file 90-day reports during a renewal?

  Yes — 90-day reporting (TM.47) is independent and continues even while WP/visa are being renewed.

• Q14123. What if the company changes address during the renewal cycle?

  File TT.6 (Change of Address) at DOE before renewal with the new tabien baan, lease, Google Map, and shopfront photos.

• Q14124. Is 5% SSO deducted from every expat?

  Yes — every WP holder contributes 5% of salary (max quoted per month), matched by the employer. Covers healthcare and old-age. BOI expats may opt for voluntary withdrawal upon termination.

• Q956142. What are the end-to-end steps for wp renewal?

  We start with a document and fact review, prepare and verify the file, submit to the Department of Employment and the Immigration Bureau, follow up on any queries raised by officials, and hand over the completed result with a full copy set. For wp renewal a case manager tracks every stage and reports status. Call +66 83-249-4999 · LINE @NYCLI · nyclegal@ilc.ltd

• Q956144. Which documents are required for wp renewal?

  The baseline set is the applicant's ID or passport, the original documents relating to wp renewal, proof of connection (house registration, company affidavit or the underlying contract) and a power of attorney if a representative attends. The exact list follows the Department of Employment and the Immigration Bureau requirements on the filing date; we send a case-specific checklist before your appointment.

• Q956146. How long does wp renewal take?

  Timing depends on the Department of Employment and the Immigration Bureau queue, how complete your file is, and public holidays. Our own preparation usually takes a few business days; the official stage is an estimate that can shift. We give you a realistic wp renewal timeline before starting and update you as it progresses.

• Q956148. What costs are involved in wp renewal and how are they calculated?

  There are two components: official government fees passed through at the published rate, and our professional fee, which depends on scope, document volume and urgency of wp renewal. Fees are quoted case by case based on complexity and document volume — ask our team before work starts. You always receive a written breakdown before work begins — no hidden charges.

• Q956150. Can wp renewal be handled if I live upcountry or overseas?

  Yes. Send photos of your documents via LINE for a feasibility check, then we proceed under a power of attorney, or you sign at a Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate where you live and courier the originals back. For wp renewal we map out the fastest and safest option before you commit.

• Q956152. What are the most common mistakes in wp renewal and how do we prevent them?

  The usual causes of rejection are name spellings that differ between documents, documents that expire before the filing date, uncertified copies, and translations that do not match the original. the Department of Employment and the Immigration Bureau returns files for exactly these reasons, so we cross-check names, dates and seals across every page before submitting wp renewal.

• Q956154. Which laws or regulations govern wp renewal?

  The framework is set by the Royal Decree on Managing the Work of Foreigners B.E. 2560 and the Labour Protection Act B.E. 2541, together with the regulations and notifications issued by the Department of Employment and the Immigration Bureau, which are revised from time to time. Before advising on wp renewal we verify the version in force on the filing date and rely on official sources rather than second-hand summaries.

• Q956156. What happens if wp renewal is rejected or returned for correction?

  First we obtain the written reason from the Department of Employment and the Immigration Bureau, then separate formal defects (fixable and quickly refiled) from substantive or eligibility issues (which need a change of approach). Where the error is ours, we redo wp renewal at no extra professional fee and coordinate until the matter is resolved.

• Q956158. Who is wp renewal for, and what are the eligibility conditions?

  It suits anyone who must present the result of wp renewal to a government body, bank, educational institution or overseas counterparty. Applicant eligibility and supporting documents follow the Department of Employment and the Immigration Bureau rules; some cases require the document holder in person or a properly executed power of attorney. We screen eligibility free of charge before accepting the case.

• Q956160. How long does the result of wp renewal stay valid?

  Certified documents rarely carry an expiry date themselves, but most receiving authorities require issuance within 3–6 months of submission, and some are stricter. Check the destination's rule before starting wp renewal so nothing has to be redone; we plan the sequence around your filing deadline.