Thailand visa legal services
TVC immigration services cover non-immigrant visas, extensions, 90-day reporting, re-entry permits, and work permit coordination. We are not general litigation lawyers but handle visa impact when legal events affect your stay. TVC core service is visas and work permits, not courtroom law.
For work permit detail, see our work permit guide. TVC handles visa and permit filing end-to-end with employers.
Non-immigrant visas, extensions, TM30, and work permit coordination.
Divorce, arrest, and court outcomes may affect lawful stay.
Criminal and family court matters referred to licensed Thai counsel.
Work permits require registered employer meeting Department of Employment rules.
Immigration services TVC provides
Immigration rules are administered by Thai immigration and published alongside Thailand e-Visa visa portal guidance.
| Service | Scope |
|---|---|
| Visa category selection | Non-immigrant B, O, OA, Elite, and marriage pathways with embassy submission support. |
| Extension and TM30 | Immigration extension filing and landlord reporting coordination. |
| Work permit filing | Employer document pack, medical certificate, and Department of Employment submission. |
| Legal event planning | Visa category change when divorce, job loss, or criminal case affects stay basis. |
Administrative divorce workflow
Mutual consent divorce at amphoe requires both spouses, complete agreement, and original marriage certificate from the registering district. Verify licensing on the Lawyers Council of Thailand register before engaging any firm.
Consultation and category fit
TVC reviews purpose of stay, employer status, and financial evidence.
Document assembly
Passport, photos, company documents, marriage or retirement proof as required.
Embassy or immigration submission
Filing at Thai embassy abroad or Bangkok immigration extension counter.
Work permit if employed
Coordinate permit after visa extension with employer compliance check.
Ongoing compliance
90-day reporting, re-entry permit, and visa renewal before expiry.
When legal events affect visa status
Immigration status and civil or criminal proceedings interact in practice. TVC plans visa track parallel to your lawyer handling the underlying legal matter.
- Divorce ends marriage visa basis. Plan new category before overstay.
- Criminal charge or detention may cause overstay if extensions not filed.
- Employer closure may invalidate business visa and work permit together.
- Court-ordered departure or overstay fine requires remediation before new visa.
- Bankruptcy or company strike-off affects non-B visa tied to employment
TVC coordination: TVC provides visa, extension, and work permit coordination. We refer criminal, family, and property litigation to licensed Thai attorneys. We do not appear in court or provide legal opinions on disputes.
Common immigration mistakes
Foreign residents often confuse TVC immigration services with courtroom legal representation.
- Expecting TVC to defend criminal case instead of referring counsel and planning visa impact.
- Working while work permit application pending without confirming lawful status.
- Ignoring 90-day reporting while focused on civil court case timelines.
- Assuming visa extension continues automatically during divorce proceedings.
- Using tourist visa to work when non-immigrant B and permit required.
Long-stay and lifestyle context
Many readers use this page while scouting Thailand for relocation, visa runs, or extended holidays. Pair your plans with immigration status that matches how long you actually stay. Tourist exemption and short tourist visas are for trips, not for building a life here.
See our Thailand lifestyle guide for visa paths, city choices, TM30, 90-day reporting, and compliance habits that keep long-stay holders out of trouble at immigration.
Court vs TVC scope
Immigration Legal Services in Thailand: Visas, Extensions, and Work Permits (2026) requires licensed Thai advocates for binding legal work. TVC coordinates visa status, certified translation referrals, and stay planning. We do not substitute for bar-licensed counsel.
Stay status during cases
Family, probate, and criminal matters can run months. Plan visa extensions, 90-day reporting, and re-entry before hearings stack up; lapses block extensions even when your case is strong.
Language and evidence
Court and amphoe proceedings are in Thai. Foreign documents need certified translation and often MFA legalisation. Start authentication early; deadlines do not wait for postal delays.
Life after judgment
Winning at trial or registering divorce does not automatically resolve immigration status. Coordinate visa category changes with licensed counsel before your marriage or business visa basis ends.
Practical planning matrix
Use this matrix alongside the sections above before you confirm dates, payment, or visa paperwork tied to this stay.
| Decision | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Licensed counsel | Retain a Thai attorney before responding to summons or filing at amphoe or court |
| Document bundle | Organise IDs, contracts, and correspondence chronologically for your lawyer |
| Deadlines | Missing court dates or appeal windows forfeits rights. Calendar every official appointment |
| Visa planning | Maintain valid stay status throughout proceedings; TVC helps with extensions and reporting |
| Translation | Budget certified Thai translation for foreign-language evidence before hearing or registration dates |
TDAC reminder: Every Thailand entry requires a fresh Digital Arrival Card within 72 hours of landing, including return trips on Elite, LTR, retirement, or marriage visas. Keep your confirmation offline in case airport Wi-Fi fails.
For entry documents and first-arrival checklists, see our Thailand entry requirements.
Frequently asked questions
General answers on TVC immigration services and legal event impact. Consult licensed counsel for litigation. Contact TVC for visa and permit filing.
Q:Does TVC handle criminal defence?
A:No. We refer criminal lawyers and plan visa consequences separately.
Q:Can I work while permit is processing?
A:Generally no. Working without valid permit is an offence. Confirm timing with HR and TVC.
Q:Who drafts employment contracts?
A:Thai corporate or labour lawyers draft terms. TVC ensures immigration alignment.
Q:Does divorce affect my visa immediately?
A:Marriage visa basis ends when divorce registers. Plan new category promptly.
Q:Does TVC provide family lawyers?
A:We refer family counsel. Our staff focus on immigration coordination.
Q:Can TVC fix overstay after arrest?
A:We advise remediation options. Overstay fines and visa strategy case-specific.
Q:What visas does TVC handle?
A:Non-immigrant B, O, OA, marriage, retirement, Elite coordination, and extensions.
Q:Where are visa rules published?
A:Thailand e-Visa, immigration bureau notices, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs.