Foreigners can be employed as journalists in Thailand provided that proper visa and work permit will be obtained so they can be allowed to work legally.
Usually, the required documents for the approval of temporary permit of stay within the Kingdom of a foreigner who works as a journalist with government authorization are as follows:
- An application for extension of temporary stay (form Tor Mor 7) and two photos (2 inches)
- Photocopies of passport and work permit
- An acknowledgment letter from the Department of Information, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- A photocopy of press card
- Latest personal income tax form (Por Ngor Dor 91) of the foreigner (if he/she has been working in the Kingdom)
For the approval of the work permit of a foreigner who works as a journalist in Thailand, the following documents are required:
- An application for work permit (form Tor Thor 2) and three 3×4 cm photos (taken within the past six months)
- A photocopy of passport with a valid visa
- A letter of employment (form specified by Department of Labor)
- A medical certificate stating the applicant is free from prohibited diseases (issued within the past six months)
- An acknowledgement letter from the Department of Information, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- A photocopy of press card
As Immigration policies and work permit rules tend to change from time to time, it is advisable to seek legal assistance in obtaining a proper visa and work permit in Thailand. Consult with ThaiLawyers for Thai visa and work permit application.