Update – July 2, 2024: The Thai
Cabinet approved the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) visa in May
2024. Additionally, they announced that the fee for an individual
to obtain or exchange their current visa for an EEC visa will be
dependent on the length of validity of the EEC at the rate of THB
10,000 per year.
December 22, 2023: The Eastern Economic
Corridor (EEC) Development Policy Committee has announced that
starting in January 2024 they will offer EEC visas and work permits
to foreign national employees and families of qualified investor
companies. Both existing companies and potential investor companies
will be able to apply for EEC visas and work permits subject to
approval by the EEC. To qualify, the companies must operate within
the EEC promotion zone and be approved in one of the 12 targeted
industries. Companies investing in eco-friendly industries in the
three eastern seaboard provinces of Chachoengsao, Chonburi and
Rayong will be able to sponsor four
