Business Visa from Nigeria to Thailand

Business Visa from Nigeria to Thailand Description

  • Business visa in Thailand is referred to as a Non-immigration B visa (Non-B).
  • Holders of this visa can conduct businesses, negotiate contracts and make investments in Thailand.
  • This visa is issued for single-entry (90 days) and multiple-entry (1 year). Extension of visa is done only at the discretion of the immigration officer.
  • Depending on the needs of the business visa applicant, different categories of visas (B, B-A and IB) can be issued.
  • B visa is a Business visa, B-A is a Business approved visa, and IB is the Investment and Business visa.
  • B visa is issued for work or business activities.
  • Granting of B-A visa is under the jurisdiction of the Office of Immigration in Bangkok and is usually applied for by the company the applicant intend to invest or conduct business with.
  • The IB visa is for foreign citizens who are employed to work on investment projects in Thailand.
  • Your potential employer in Thailand is expected to obtain a letter of approval from the Thai Ministry of Labor.
  • Before you can work in Thailand even with a visa, you have to be granted a work permit. Penalties for working without a work permit are imprisonment, fines or both.
  • For individuals who want to take up teaching below the University level, additional documents such as an acceptance letter from the employing institute in Thailand, a police clearance certificate, the applicant’s resume and evidence of educational qualification.
  • Applicants are required to submit the applications to the embassy personally. However, the applicant can entrust the picking up of the visa to someone else.
  • If your family members are travelling with you, they can apply for a Non-immigrant visa (category O). They will be allowed to stay for a period of 90 days to 1 year.
  • It is illegal to work with a tourist visa. In the case that you need to engage in business activities during your tourist trip, you have to apply for a change of visa at the Office of Immigration Bureau.
  • To apply for a business visa, an invitation letter is required from the company in Thailand. The letter should state the purpose of the visit, the nature of the business to be conducted, and the duration of business visit.
  • The invitation letter submitted must be the original copy, signed by the managing director of the company and stamped with the company’s seal.
  • A copy of the inviting company’s registration certificate and tax clearance should be submitted.
  • If you are traveling to be employed in Thailand, the following documents should be submitted:
    • A signed employment contract highlighting the position of the applicant, period of employment, and the offered salary.
    • Signatures or a copy of the passport of all parties who signs the contract.
    • Copy of business registration of the employer company issued by the Department of Business Development, Ministry of Commerce of Thailand
    • Letter of approval from the Ministry of Labor (in case you are newly recruited) or a copy of work permit (in case you are a current employee)
  • After examining the authenticity of the required documents, the Embassy will invite the applicants for interview. The applicant will be informed of an appointment date and time by telephone. The interview normally takes approximately 5-10 minutes for each applicant.
  • The applicant is required to present the ID card and the visa application receipt on the interview date.
  • Failure to show up on the interview date and time without prior notice will lead to visa refusal.

Business Visa from Nigeria to Thailand Requirements

  • Current passport valid for a minimum of six months from intended date of arrival in Thailand.
  • Previous passports. If it has been stolen, an original police report should be provided.
  • One original application form and three photocopies.
  • Four passport photographs taken within six months, each should be affixed to the application forms.
  • An original Police clearance certificate not older than one year.
  • Drug clearance certificate not older than a year and issued by NDLEA.
  • Proof of civil status (e.g residence permit).
  • Letter of introduction.
  • Reference letter.
  • A recent bank statement (past 12 months).
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Flight return ticket.
  • Receipt of payments.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Yellow fever vaccination.
Validity: 90 days-1 year
Processing Time: 5 working days
Cost: Not available
Address

24 Tennesse Crescent, Off Panama Street Maitama, Abuja

Phone

(+234) 706 308 0501, (+234) 706 308 0403

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