On 26 August 2025, the Cabinet of Thailand approved a resolution allowing refugees from the conflict in Myanmar residing in temporary shelters to work legally in Thailand. This represents a significant policy shift, which not only enables refugees to be self-reliant and improve their quality of life but also brings long-term positive impacts to Thailand’s […]
https://rightsbeyondborder.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Helmet-Law-300×200.webp Helmet Law 2025 – Thailand The Royal Thai Police has launched the Safe Roads Project, effective from June 1, 2025, to enhance road safety across the country. Key Provisions All motorcycle riders and passengers are now legally required to wear safety helmets at all times. Whether you are on a short or long journey, […]
https://rightsbeyondborder.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Destination-Thailand-Visa-DTV-212×300.png Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) As of July 15, 2024, the Thai government has confirmed the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) is now live for those looking to work and travel (“workcation”) in Thailand. The DTV allows holders to stay in Thailand for up to 180 days per entry and is valid for 5 years.. DTV […]
https://rightsbeyondborder.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2024-Ministerial-Regulation-15-on-Domestic-Work-212×300.png 2024 Ministerial Regulation 15 on Domestic Work Cleaners, cooks, carers, drivers, security guards working in or for Thai households have new legal rights. Here’s a summary of what you need to know about Ministerial Regulation 15 on Domestic Work (30 April 2024): Minimum wage (2024 Bangkok rate = 363 baht/day) Maximum 8-hour workdays, plus […]
https://rightsbeyondborder.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Labor-Cabinet-Resolution-for-Foreign-Workers-212×300.png Labor Cabinet Resolution for Foreign Workers On September 24, 2024, the following issues were discussed at the cabinet meeting of the Prime Minister of Thailand regarding foreign workers. Regarding the employment of foreigners, foreigners who have entered Thailand illegally, foreigners whose legal residence and work permits in Thailand have expired, or foreigners who have […]
https://rightsbeyondborder.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Refugee-Child-Rights-212×300.png Every child, everywhere, deserves to grow up safe and supported. Children born to refugees in Thailand can register a birth. As of October 2023, there were 171,635 children registered as stateless in Thailand.195 United Nations member countries have ratified the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC). Thailand signed the Convention on the […]
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