Work in Thailand for a company in Singapore

Can I live in Thailand and work remotely for a company in Singapore?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. You must be a Singapore citizen or permanent resident to work in Singapore.
  2. You must be able to prove that you have a valid visa to enter Singapore.
  3. You must have a valid visa to enter Thailand.
  4. You must have a valid visa to enter the country where you live in Thailand.
  5. You must have a valid visa to enter Singapore.
  6. You must have a valid visa to enter the country where you live in Singapore.

How to find remote work in Singapore while living in Thailand?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Singapore even though you are located in Thailand. For that we need to have a Singapore work permit.

We have discussed in this post, How to apply for Singapore work permit from Thailand?
You can apply for Singapore work permit from Thailand if you are working in Thailand and have a valid work permit in Thailand.
If you are working in Singapore and want to apply for a Singapore work permit, you need to have a valid work permit in Singapore.
If you have a valid work permit in Singapore, you can apply for a Singapore work permit from Thailand.
If you have a valid work permit in Thailand, you can apply for a Singapore work permit.

How to get paid in Thailand when working remotely for a corporation in Singapore?

You can get paid in Thailand even if you are working for a company in Singapore, however , you need to do some preparations first.

For example, if you are a Thai citizen and working in Singapore, you will need to register for an E-2 visa. If you are a Singapore citizen and working in Thailand, you will need to register for a Singapore E-2 visa.
If you are a Singapore citizen and working in Singapore, you will need to register for a Singapore E-2 visa.

What is E-2 visa?
E-2 visa is a visa that allows you to work for a company in Singapore.
If you are working for a company in Singapore, you will need to register for an E-2 visa.

How do taxes work in Thailand if I’m working remotely for a company Thailand?

When working remotely in Thailand for a firm based in Singapore, taxes might be tricky, therefore , you need to understand what taxes are paid in Thailand.

It is a fact that many foreigners are choosing to work in Thailand, in the last few years, the number of expats has risen dramatically.
Many expats choose to work in Thailand because the country offers great opportunities for work, such as, teaching English, working in a Thai company, starting your own business, etc.
Therefore, the number of expats working in Thailand is increasing, and this has caused a rise in the number of foreigners that are paying taxes in Thailand.
Taxes in Thailand are very complicated and many foreigners don’t fully understand how they work, therefore, it is a good idea to understand how taxes work in Thailand before you start working in Thailand.

What are the different types of taxes that are paid in Thailand?
In Thailand, there are many different types of taxes that are paid, therefore, it is a good idea to understand the different types of taxes that are paid in Thailand, so you can plan your finances well.
In Thailand, there are the following types of taxes that are paid:
Corporate tax (or income tax)
Social security tax (SSC)
Value added tax (VAT)
Sales tax
Sales tax is the most commonly paid tax in Thailand.