Thai Work Permits: What Just Changed? [Season 3, Episode 20]

If you've even a passing interest in living in Thailand,
you've likely heard of the recent changes to the Kingdom's work
permit laws - the legal requirements of being employed here there
are written in stone which, it turns out, are not written in
stone.


Greg interviews Jerrold Kippen
of the law firm of Duensing Kippen about these changes,
which were highlighted in a recent article his firm
wrote. It's big news! Traditionally, Thai work
permits for foreigners were interpreted very narrowly, meaning
individuals were legally allowed to only work the exact job, in
the exact capacity, and at the exact address specified in their
work permit. Jerrold discusses a recent change that has sent
shockwaves through Thailand's expat community: it appears that
changes to the labor laws mean that once an expat has a valid
work permit, he or she will also be able to work any other type
of job at any location, as long as that work is not specifically
prohibited under Thai law. Greg and Jerrold discuss the
significance of the change, what it means for the average Joe,
and if it portends an overall liberalization of the employment
laws here in Thailand, which would be a great relief for many.
 


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