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SUWANVARA LAWFIRM
Suwanvara Law Firm Co., Ltd.
SUWANVARA LAWFIRM
SUWANVARA LAWFIRM
Suwanvara Law Firm Co., Ltd.
Chiang Rai

Visa & Work Permit in Chiang Rai

Full-service visa and work permit support

We handle the entire visa and work permit process — from applying for and renewing every visa category, filing Work Permits, and securing BOI visas through the Single Window system, to 90-day reporting and permanent residence. We support both individuals and companies that employ foreign staff, keeping everything compliant and on deadline.

Visa & Work Permit in Chiang Rai — About us

Chiang Rai is Thailand's northernmost province, bordering both Myanmar and Laos. Trade through the Mae Sai, Chiang Saen, and Chiang Khong crossings — the latter on the 4th Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge — shapes the disputes that actually arise here: customs, cross-border sale contracts, debt recovery where the debtor sits in another jurisdiction, and land disputes across highland farming and tourism areas.

Suwanvara Law Firm has run border-trade and customs matters continuously from its Mekong-side base in the Northeast, so the procedures, paperwork, and workable lines of defence in this class of case are familiar ground. We work in Thai, English, and Chinese, run the file from our Khon Kaen head office and Bangkok branch, and travel to appear at the Chiang Rai Provincial Court as scheduled.

Courts we appear at

  • •Chiang Rai Provincial Court
  • •Thoeng Provincial Court
  • •Chiang Rai Juvenile and Family Court
  • •Region 5 Labor Court (Chiang Mai)
500
km from HQ
1.3M
population
4
courts

Mueang Chiang Rai, Mae Sai, Chiang Saen, Chiang Khong, Mae Chan, Phan, Thoeng, and the areas continuing into Phayao and Chiang Mai

What we cover in Chiang Rai

  • Non-B visas and Work Permits
  • Business, marriage (O), and retirement (O-A/O-X) visas
  • BOI / SMART Visa and LTR Visa
  • Visa extensions, 90-day reporting, and re-entry permits
  • Hiring foreign workers, registration, and permanent residence

Contact our Chiang Rai attorneys

We serve clients across Thailand. Initial consultation.

ContactWhatsApp+66 92 254 2045

Further reading — related guide

Immigration Guide
Thailand Visa & Work Permit: Complete 2026 Guide for Foreigners & Employers

How Thai visas, work permits, 90-day reporting, extensions, re-entry permits, and overstay rules fit together in 2026 — with the key routes: Non-B, Non-O retirement and marriage, BOI, SMART, LTR, and DTV. By a Thai law firm with 40 years of experience.

17 min read
Read the guide

Frequently asked questions — Visa & Work Permit in Chiang Rai

8 questions answered

You must hold a Non-Immigrant B (Non-B) visa before applying for a Work Permit. We handle both the visa conversion and the Work Permit filing together in one process.
Generally the company needs THB 2M registered capital per foreigner and 4 Thai employees per foreigner — except BOI-promoted businesses, which receive special privileges. We check eligibility and plan ahead before filing.
Long-stay visa holders must report their address to Immigration every 90 days; missing it incurs a fine. We track the deadline and file the report online or in person on your behalf.
Retirement visas (O-A/O-X) are for those aged 50+ meeting deposit/income thresholds, while the marriage visa (O) is for spouses of Thai nationals — the financial criteria differ. We advise the category best suited to you.
The LTR Visa (10 years) suits high-net-worth individuals, retirees, remote workers, and skilled professionals, while the SMART Visa targets experts and investors in targeted industries. We assess eligibility and handle the full process.
Fees depend on the matter's nature and complexity. We always provide a clear written quote before starting. Initial consultation is free — call +66 92 254 2045.
No — initial phone, email, or LINE consultations are free, so you can assess your situation before committing.
It depends on the matter type. We provide a clear timeline at the outset and regular progress updates.