Thailand Visa: Work Visa Renewal Processing Time

"The processing time for renewing a Thailand work visa (Non-Immigrant B + Work Permit) usually depends on the type of renewal and whether all documents are complete. Here is a clear and professional timeline:

Thailand Work Visa Renewal Processing Time

1. Work Permit Renewal

Processing time: 7–10 business days

Handled by the Department of Employment.

If documents are incomplete, delays of 1–2 additional weeks can occur.

2. Non-Immigrant B Visa Extension (1-Year Extension of Stay)

Processing time: 2–4 weeks at the Immigration Bureau.

Some offices may complete it faster (within 7–10 days) depending on:

Employer’s compliance

Company registration documents

Your job position and salary meeting Thai regulations

Typical Combined Timeline

Total time: 2–4 weeks for both visa extension + work permit renewal.

Larger companies with strong compliance records may finish the process in 10–14 days.

Factors That Can Delay Renewal

Missing employer documents (financial statements, VAT filings, etc.)

Company not meeting required Thai-to-foreign employee ratio

Change of job role or location

Immigration office backlog (peak season)"