Application for a work permit for foreigners with illegal status
✍️ Overview of the Work Permit Application for Foreigners with Illegal Status
✅ According to the Cabinet Resolution on August 19, 2025
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1. Registration and System Access 📲
Employer / Authorized Representative (AR)
• AR links data from DOE e-License.
• Individual employers register via ThaiD.
• Juristic employers link data via DBD.
• Foreign employees use their passport to register.
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2. Submit Work Permit Application
Employer / AR
Fill in information and attach documents 📑:
1. Employer information
2. Foreigner information:
• Full name
• Gender
• Date of birth
• Nationality
• Passport / CI information (if available)
Required attachments:
• Employment certification letter (Form BT.46)
• Passport / CI (if available)
• Workplace-related documents
*If the AR submits on behalf of the employer, a power of attorney and employer documents are required.*
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3. Payment 💵
Employer / AR
• Make payment through the system (QR Code, Bill Payment)
• Record payment information (for issuing a receipt)
>> Print the application receipt The receipt + payment proof serves as a temporary work permit for 60 days.
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4. Health Check and Insurance Verification 🧑🏻⚕️
Complete mandatory health check and insurance registration.
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5. Attach Additional Documents 📄
Employer / AR
• If the health check and insurance are conducted at a public hospital, attach:
• Medical certificate
• Health insurance or social security
*If using private hospitals for health check and insurance, the system will automatically link the data.*
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6. Application Approval ✅
• Officers verify the accuracy of the application.
• Registrar approves the application.
• Employer / AR prints the work permit registration (for cases where VISA information is not yet available).