Thailand•AsiaNON-EX — Non-Immigrant Visa Category EX (Expert/Specialist)
At a Glance
Varies
THB ฿7,000
3 months
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Specialized expert visa for technical consultants with initial 90-day entry extendable to 1 year, requiring a separate work permit.
The Non-Immigrant Visa Category EX is Thailand's expert visa for highly skilled professionals and technical specialists whose niche expertise is unavailable locally. It targets consultants, project advisors, and technical troubleshooters whose specialized knowledge is essential for infrastructure or technology transfer, requiring at least two years of relevant experience.
The visa grants an initial 90-day stay, extendable to one year, and is renewable for continued assignments. Fees are 2,000 THB (single-entry) or 5,000 THB (multiple-entry). Work authorization requires a separate work permit from the Ministry of Labour, obtained by the Thai employer before visa issuance. Dependents are permitted.
This visa is ideal for international consultants and technical specialists on fixed-term projects who need rapid entry to share expertise or manage complex operations.
Cost Breakdown
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 3 months |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Minimum experience: 2
Health insurance required
KEY CRITERIA
Education
bachelor or higher
Experience
2+ years
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Valid passport
Passport photos
Credentials and certifications
Work experience documentation
Work permit approval
Employment letter (sponsor)
Company documents (sponsor)
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Low visa fees: 2,000 THB for single-entry or 5,000 THB for year-long multiple-entry
- Initial 90-day entry extendable to 1 year for ongoing expert assignments
- Renewable visa category for long-term specialist work engagement
- Dependents allowed to accompany you during the assignment
- No permanent residency pressure; designed for temporary expertise transfer
- Streamlined process for specialized professionals with 2+ years experience
- Bachelor's degree minimum education requirement (not advanced degree)
Worth Knowing
- Requires separate work permit approval from Thai Ministry of Labour
- Minimum 2 years professional experience required in your field
- Spouse cannot work in Thailand; dependent status only
- Not a remote-work visa; physical presence required for expert assignment
- Not a pathway to permanent residency or citizenship
- No work authorization on visa alone; separate work permit from Ministry of Labour is mandatory
Application Process
Secure expert assignment
Obtain employment offer or assignment letter from Thai company
Employer files work permit
Thai employer applies for work permit with Department of Employment
Prepare documents
Gather credentials, expertise documentation, and work permit approval
Submit application
Apply at Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate
Pay fee
Pay Non-Immigrant EX visa fee
Await processing
Wait 5-10 business days for approval
Receive visa
Collect visa with 90-day initial validity
Application Forms
| Non-Immigrant EX Application Form | — |
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