Q: Is it necessary for the employers to recruit mid-level technical workers in the country through public employment service institutions in the first place before proceeding to recruitment of foreigners in engagement in mid-level technical work?

Answer:

 
Yes. According to Article 47 and Article 48 of the Employment Service Act, when employers recruit foreigners in engagement of the works specified in subparagraph 11 of paragraph 1 under Article 46 of the Employment Service Act, they should recruit from the local population under reasonable terms and condition of labor in the first place. If the recruitment cannot meet their needs, they may present related documents to apply with the Ministry of Labor for the employment permit for employment of mid-level technical workers to fill the vacancies.