Legally Employing Migrant Workers for Storefront Sales
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Shops wanting migrant workers at the storefront: which work is allowed, what the permit must state, and what to report to the Department of Employment.
Employing migrant workers for "shopfront sales": How to avoid breaking the law?
Summary of criteria according to the 2020 announcement, easy to understand and practical to implement.
Worker Qualifications
- Must enter the country under MOU: Only Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam under the memorandum of understanding.
- Able to communicate in Thai: For effective customer service and communication with officials.
- Correct work permit: If transferring from another job (e.g., construction work), must notify to change the job type to "shopfront sales" before starting work.
Employer Quota (Based on Tax)
* Based on income tax paid in the previous year
| Tax Paid | Right to Employ (persons) |
|---|---|
| Tax exempt / New business | 1 |
| Not exceeding 50,000 Baht | 3 |
| Exceeding 50,000 Baht | +1 person for every 50,000 Baht |
* Maximum of 10 persons at this stage
For employing more than 10 persons
Calculation formula based on the number of Thai employees:
- 30 Thai employees can employ the 11th migrant worker
- For every additional 10 Thai employees, 1 more migrant worker can be employed
- Maximum total ceiling: Not exceeding 20 persons per company
Application Process
Use form: บต. 22 (Form WP. 22)
Application submission location:
- Bangkok: Area Employment Office 1-10
- Provinces: Provincial Employment Office
Important Announcement:
Must receive an endorsement on the work permit before actually starting shopfront sales work!
Important Note
This announcement is effective from June 20, 2020 onwards.
Please check the latest information with the Department of Employment for accuracy.
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