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Govt extends migrant worker leniency until 2027

Govt extends migrant worker leniency until 2027

Post Today•Economy•26m ago

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The Thai government has approved an extension for Myanmar, Lao, and Vietnamese migrant workers to stay and work in Thailand until December 11, 2027.

  • •The Cabinet approved the extension on July 14.
  • •Eligible migrant workers from Myanmar, Laos, and Vietnam may stay and work until December 11, 2027.
  • •The measure applies only to existing workers already in the system, not new registrations.
  • •The Ministry of Labour will issue detailed guidelines and procedures.

Overview

  • •The Cabinet approved the extension of leniency for migrant workers on July 14.
  • •The government extended the period for Myanmar, Lao, and Vietnamese migrant workers to stay and work temporarily until December 11, 2027.
  • •The extension aims to support the economic system and reduce labor shortages in the industrial and service sectors.
  • •Many migrant worker permits were scheduled to expire in late 2026, which could have impacted production, construction, service, and agriculture sectors.
  • •Relevant agencies will use digital technology to integrate labor databases to ensure workers are legal and reduce illegal immigration.
  • •Captain Patdarassami Thongsaluaykorn stated that the government is not opening general registration for new migrant workers.
  • •The Ministry of Labour will release official announcements and guidelines to simplify documentation processes.
  • •Employers are advised to follow official channels via the Department of Employment or the Ministry of Labour hotline 1506 to avoid scams.

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Key Entities

Person

Patdarassami Thongsaluaykorn(ภัทร์ดารัสมิ์ ทองสลวยกร)
Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office.

Organization

Cabinet(คณะรัฐมนตรี)
The body that approved the extension of leniency for migrant workers on July 14.
Ministry of Labour(กระทรวงแรงงาน)ℹ️
The agency responsible for issuing detailed announcements and guidelines for worker leniency.
Department of Employment(กรมการจัดหางาน)ℹ️
The official channel for employers to track announcements regarding migrant worker registration.
Prime Minister's Office(สำนักนายกรัฐมนตรี)
The office to which the Deputy Spokesperson belongs.