Has your Myanmar worker’s CI (green book) expired? Or do they want to change to a passport?
We check eligibility, recommend the right document and handle the whole process.
Chat on LINE — free advice Call 093-541-6444
What is a CI?
A Certificate of Identity (CI) is an identity document issued by the Myanmar authorities to Myanmar nationals working in Thailand. It is used in place of a passport for working and for travel between Thailand and Myanmar.
A CI can be used for the visa, work permit and 90-day report in the same way as a passport.
CI vs passport — what’s the difference?
| CI | PJ passport | |
|---|---|---|
| Cover colour | Green | Red |
| Travel | Thailand–Myanmar only | Most can travel to other countries, but a PJ issued in Thailand (e.g. converted from a CI in Samut Sakhon/Mahachai) may be stamped “Thailand only” — check the stamp in the book |
| Documents from Myanmar | Required documents are as specified by the CI centre | Full Myanmar ID card and household registration documents required |
| Cost | Lower | Higher |
| Best for | Workers who will keep working in Thailand | Workers who may work in other countries or need it for other transactions |
💡 Not sure which to choose? If the employee works only in Thailand, a CI is usually the better fit. Message us on LINE for advice.
Who needs one?
- Myanmar workers whose current CI has expired or is about to expire
- Workers in the Cabinet Resolution group who must obtain a travel document by the deadline
- Workers whose CI is lost, damaged or full
- Workers holding a CI who want to change to a PJ passport
Documents required
New CI
- Previous CI (if any)
- Copy of the visa page and latest stamp
- Copy of the work permit
- Front-facing photo on a white background
Change from CI to PJ passport (additional)
- Myanmar national ID card (original or certified copy)
- Complete Myanmar household registration documents
This service depends on whether the Myanmar authorities allow the change in Thailand at the time — message us on LINE to check first.
Documents may change according to announcements by the Myanmar authorities. We will give you the latest list before we start.
How our service works
- Send a photo of the current CI — via LINE; we check its validity, the visa and the worker’s group
- Recommend CI or PJ — Based on the documents the worker has and how it will be used
- Prepare documents and book an appointment — We accompany the worker to apply at the designated centre
- Collect the new document
- Transfer the visa to the new document — We file at the immigration office and update the work permit details
Costs
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Fees or taxes charged by the Myanmar authorities | Official rates (subject to change) |
Service fees depend on the number of workers and documents — ask us on LINE for a free quote.
Frequently asked questions
Can a CI be used to work in Thailand?
Yes. A CI can be used for visa and work permit applications.
Can a CI be used to travel to other countries?
No. A CI is valid only for travel between Thailand and Myanmar. To travel to other countries, the worker must change to a passport.
Can a CI be changed to a passport?
It depends on whether the change is open in Thailand at the time, and a complete Myanmar ID card/household registration is required. Message us on LINE to check first.
The CI has expired but the visa hasn’t — what should we do?
Get a new document, then transfer the visa stamp to it. Message us on LINE and we’ll check for you.
A Myanmar worker is going home — what else needs to be prepared?
In addition to a Re-entry Permit, there are currently certificate requirements for Myanmar workers returning to their country. Message us on LINE to check before travelling → See Re-entry Permit
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Last updated: 17 October 2026 — regulations may change; please check with our staff before proceeding.