Thailand Non-Immigrant B Visa (2026)
Updated 17 July 2026 · Confirm requirements with your employer and local office
The Non-Immigrant B is Thailand's business and employment visa. It gets you in the door to work with a Thai company — but the work itself needs a separate permit, and it is the wrong choice for remote workers.
What the Non-B is for
The Non-Immigrant B covers business, employment and investment. Subcategories exist for different purposes, and the visa allows a stay of up to 90 days per entry, extendable while your employment continues.
The Non-B permits entry to work, but you must obtain a work permit before commencing employment. Working on the visa alone is not permitted.
Non-B vs the alternatives
If your income comes from a foreign employer and you want to live in Thailand without local work rights, the DTV is the better fit. Highly skilled professionals and investors should also compare the LTR visa, which bundles work authorisation and annual reporting.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Non-B visa let me work in Thailand?
The Non-Immigrant B visa permits entry for business or employment, but a separate work permit must be obtained before you start working. The visa and the work permit are two distinct documents.
What is the difference between the Non-B and the DTV?
The Non-B is for working with a Thai employer or business and requires a work permit. The DTV is for remote work for foreign employers and does not grant Thai work rights. Choose the Non-B for local employment, the DTV for foreign-source income.
How long is the Non-B valid?
The standard Non-Immigrant B allows a stay of up to 90 days per entry and is not automatically renewable; extensions are tied to ongoing employment and are handled through Thai Immigration.
Independent Thailand visa research. Every figure is cross-checked against official Royal Thai Embassy and e-Visa sources. Rules change — verify before applying.