Thai Gov extends leniency for Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam workers

Thairath•Politics•24m ago

Reader Briefing

The Thai government has extended the temporary stay and work period for Myanmar, Laos, and Vietnam nationals until December 11, 2027.

•The Cabinet approved the extension on July 14.
•The measure applies to Myanmar, Laos, and Vietnam workers already in the system.
•The extension is valid until December 11, 2027.
•The goal is to maintain economic stability and prevent labor shortages.

•The Cabinet approved the extension of the leniency period for Myanmar, Laos, and Vietnam 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 work permits for foreign workers were scheduled to expire in late 2026.
•The measure prevents direct negative impacts on Thai entrepreneurs in production, construction, service, and agriculture, particularly in industrial areas and major tourist provinces.
•Related agencies will use digital technology to link systems and update foreign worker databases to ensure legal status and reduce illegal immigration.
•Captain Patdaratsami Thongsaluaykorn clarified that the government is not opening new general registrations, but extending the period for existing workers already in the system.
•The Ministry of Labour will issue detailed announcements and guidelines to simplify documentation processes.
•Employers are advised to follow official updates via the Department of Employment or the Ministry of Labour hotline to avoid scammers.

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Patdaratsami Thongsaluaykorn(ภัทร์ดารัสมิ์ ทองสลวยกร)

Deputy Government Spokesperson for the Office of the Prime Minister.

Cabinet(คณะรัฐมนตรี)

The body that approved the extension of the leniency period for foreign workers on July 14.

Ministry of Labour(กระทรวงแรงงาน)ℹ️

The agency responsible for issuing detailed announcements and guidelines regarding the work extension.

Department of Employment(กรมการจัดหางาน)ℹ️

The official channel for employers to follow announcements via www.doe.go.th.

Office of the Prime Minister(สำนักนายกรัฐมนตรี)

The office of the Deputy Government Spokesperson.