🎙️ Introducing the Teaching in Thailand Podcast
Your Essential Guide to Life and Work in the Land of Smiles
At KruThailand.com, we’re passionate about helping teachers navigate their journey in Thailand with confidence, clarity, and community. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our brand-new podcast: Teaching in Thailand – your companion for real-life advice, honest insights, and teacher-to-teacher conversations that pull back the curtain on what it’s really like to live and work here.
Hosted by our resident experts Craig and Lisa, each episode explores the key challenges and opportunities foreign educators face, from landing the right job to understanding contracts, classroom expectations, culture shock, and beyond.
🆕 Latest Episode: "Unpacking Work Permits & Visas"
Our first episode is a must-listen for any teacher thinking of coming to Thailand—or already here and wondering what’s going on with their paperwork.
🎧 In this episode, Craig and Lisa break down:
- The difference between a Non-Immigrant B visa and a work permit
- How schools and agents typically handle the process
- Common pitfalls to avoid (like showing up on a tourist visa with no plan)
- Realistic timelines and costs
- What documents you'll need, and what to do if your school is dragging their feet
💡 Whether you're direct-hiring with a school or working through an agent, this episode will give you the practical knowledge you need to stay legal and stay safe.