Thailand attracts many people with low prices, high incomes for legal immigrants and the opportunity to build good careers. The only thing that can stop is the not very impressive list of vacancies.
Economic situation
In the ranking of the development of the world economy in terms of GDP, Thailand took 29th place in 2017. The unemployment rate in the kingdom is 5,2%... The average salary is 14,000 baht (approximately 28,000 rubles)... There is progressive taxation.
The kingdom values highly qualified personnel, especially from European countries. Last year alone, Thailand immigrated 20 507 people... There are few Russian-speaking employers, but they still exist.
In-demand professions
The most demanded professions in 2021:
- English teacher;
- programmers in various languages;
- sales managers;
- cooks;
- diving instructors;
- DJs;
- guides;
- realtors;
- hotel administrator;
- excursion organizer;
- fitness instructor;
- animator;
- developers.
IT professionals and salespeople are valued the most.
Salary level
According to statistics, the average salary in Thailand is 400-450 dollars excluding taxes. Moreover, it completely depends on the level of education. If there is only an average, then get more than $ 300 a month will not work. Therefore, such people work mainly as auxiliary workers or food vendors.
| Profession | Salary in foreign currency | Salary in rubles |
| Programmers | From 1200 dollars | 75,000 rubles |
| Diving instructors | 800 dollars | 50,000 rubles |
| English teacher | 640 dollars | 40,000 rubles |
| Sales Manager | 640 dollars | 40,000 rubles |
| DJ | 640 dollars | 40,000 rubles |
| Excursion guide | 480 dollars | 30,000 rubles |
| Cook | 385 dollars | 24,000 rubles |
Search for vacancies without intermediaries
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Work in Thailand is provided on various sites, as well as in specialized agencies.
First of all, you need to write a resume, and then look for vacancies on the sites.
Popular job search sites
There are the following sites for job search:
- www.monster.co.th;
- www.jobsdb.com/;
- bangkok.craigslist.co.th/;
- www.jac-recruitment.co.th/;
- www.isb.ac.th/.
Specialized agencies
If necessary, you can contact any employment agency directly at your place of residence. Thais value knowledge of foreign languages very much.
But it is important to remember that in the kingdom there is a whole list of prohibited professions for foreigners. The Thai Immigration Service regularly conducts checks, which identify illegal workers.
Employment types
In some professions, specific skills are required from a person, in others they are not. It doesn't matter if he is Russian, Ukrainian or Belarusian. Depending on the availability of privileges and the current situation, there are several ways to make decent money in Thailand.
Work without knowing the language
It will be difficult to be employed without knowledge of English (and ideally Thai). But there is a way out - to get a job in a Russian company. In addition, if you have a camera, it is recommended to work on the beaches as a photographer.
A girl who comes to get a job in Thailand can work as a manicurist or do haircuts.
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Seasonal work
Most of the money will be earned in the kingdom during the high season. These are mainly the winter months. At other times, things are a little worse with work.
During the season, you can get a job as an administrator in the hotel. However, count on more than 20,000 baht, not worth it.
Temporary job
For a part-time job, it is best to know English at least at a basic level.
Due to the severity of the laws, you can only get a job on a small list of professions:
| Profession | Salary in foreign currency | Salary in rubles |
| Office work | 520 dollars | 32,000 rubles |
| Gardening | 400 dollars | 24,000 rubles |
| Bartender | 320 dollars | 20,000 rubles |
| Housekeeper | 500 dollars | 30,000 rubles |
| Model | up to 1950 dollars | up to 120,000 rubles |
| Promoter | 300 dollars | 18,000 rubles |
Other options
Many people who come to Thailand work quietly for the Thai authorities: they create websites, make content for them, set up traffic arbitration, administer public pages on social networks, or do other remote work.
Freelancing does not violate Thai law. Firstly, remote workers do not take jobs, which is very strict in the kingdom. Secondly, no one notices them.
Alternatively, you can start your own business. Most of the cases will not work due to the Thai laws mentioned above.
Therefore, you need to look at what compatriot entrepreneurs are doing:
- Opening of a travel agency. The kingdom's budget from this type of activity only receives 6%... But this is justified, since the amount is in the millions of baht.
- Opening a restaurant or cafe. For tourists on vacation, it is often very important to have a habitual diet. Therefore, the emphasis can be placed on classic Russian cuisine.
- Establishment of a real estate agency. In this case, it is best to rent out housing, since there is no shortage of people willing. Especially during the tourist season.
Official employment procedure
The employment procedure in the kingdom has its own characteristics. To work officially, you will need permission from local authorities and a special visa.
Priority of actions
For residents of Russia and the CIS, the company must first issue a work permit and assign an individual tax number. You can work throughout the year, after which the documents will need to be reissued.
Procedure:
- The company makes a request to the employment service and see if indigenous Thais are applying for the position.
- If all is well, then the future employee will be issued a work visa.
- Find a permanent place to stay.
- The worker collects the necessary documents.
- After considering the application at the consulate, an answer is received about legal employment.
Types of work permits
There is only one work permit in Thailand and it is called the Work Permit. A document is issued for the period specified in the visa, but not more than 1 year. Give out Work Permit for only one position. If you want to change the workplace, then the old permit must be closed and a new one obtained.
Are there categories that do not require a work permit
There are no such categories, since in Thailand the authorities closely monitor who takes jobs. If a person does not have the right to work in a certain position, then a fine will be issued. Systematic violations threaten with deportation and a ban on entry into the kingdom.
List of main documents
A job candidate must collect the following documents:
- copies of each page of the passport;
- Work Visa;
- a certified copy of a medical certificate of health;
- a copy of the educational document (if necessary);
- completed resume;
- work permit;
- several photographs measuring 4x6 cm, with a full face, preferably in a formal suit with a tie;
- certificate confirming material viability;
- a certificate from the Ministry of Labor;
- original and copy of marriage and birth certificates of children (if any).
Registration of a work visa
A work visa is required for further legal employment.
You can work only in the specialty specified in the documents that the applicant submitted to the Thai Embassy. The cost of a work visa is almost $ 2,000 per year (122,000 rubles). As a rule, these costs must be paid by the employer. It is best to provide a certificate from the previous place of work. A letter of recommendation is also fine.
To get a work visa quickly, it is best to contact a specialized agency in your home country.
Selection criteria for candidates
There are no strict criteria for selecting candidates when applying for a job in Thailand. Employers mainly look at:
- the presence of a prestigious higher education;
- proficiency in English;
- no criminal record (for this you need to provide a certificate). It is preliminarily received in Russia, translated into English and certified by a notary.
Work visa extension
The work visa must be renewed as soon as the old one expired. The procedure is quick and does not take much time. But you need to take care of this in advance.
To renew you need:
- international passport;
- migration photo;
- one photo;
- application form.
The procedure is carried out at the immigration office at the place of residence in Thailand. Price - 1900 baht, or 3700 rubles.
Business immigration
Such immigration is possible if you plan to open your own business. Thanks to the rapid growth of the economy, every entrepreneur has the opportunity to occupy a profitable niche.
The Kingdom puts forward the following requirements:
- you need to prove that you have a minimum capital in the amount of 2,000,000 baht;
- foreigners cannot be the owners of premises that can be used as an office or production;
- it is allowed to engage in certain types of business prohibited for foreigners, if a non-resident of the country agrees to have a share of no more than 49%.
Features of internship in the country
Actual places for internship:
- Hotel business. Internships in Thailand are mostly paid for by expensive and successful hotels from well-known world brands. In addition to invitations, these companies feed students, pay them scholarships (on average, 300 dollars per month), provide decent housing. Then there is an opportunity to find a job directly in this hotel company. After all, the company wants to return the funds spent on the training of a specialist, plus, in addition to everything, get a qualified employee. An internship in such hotels is a real chance to legally find a job in Thailand and earn money.
- Medical sector. The kingdom is famous not only for its resorts, but also for innovative medicine. Travelers from all over the world come to Thailand for treatment. Asian medicine attracts both patients and medical professionals who want specific experiences. In poorer regions of the state, they are most often welcomed by volunteer doctors who are ready to treat tropical diseases. Physician is an honorary position in Thailand.
- Also worth noting is the mining and manufacturing industry in the country. For example, Thailand has the world's largest suppliers of tungsten and tin. The food and textile industries are actively developing. If a person is a specialist in this field, then he can safely go for an internship.
Consequences for attempting an illegal job placement
Many foreigners, despite the prohibitions, work illegally in Thailand. They are not even afraid of the tightening of laws on labor migration. But if the special services identify an illegal, then the minimum that threatens him is a fine. It is equal 5,000 baht for every day of work. In addition, the government has the right to deport such a person to their homeland.
If serious violations are identified, they can permanently close the entrance to the kingdom. Imprisonment in a Thai prison is also provided. How long an illegal will sit in it is determined by the court.
In Thailand, you can find a good job, no matter what the city is - Bangkok, Koh Samui or Pattaya. The main thing is not to rush anywhere and first carefully study all the subtleties of future activities. Then life will be calm and without problems.
