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Setting Up a Representative Office in Thailand: Scope, Restrictions and Tax
Foreign companies considering a presence in Thailand may establish a Representative Office to conduct specified non revenue generating activities in support of their overseas head…
Dividend Payments in Thailand: Tax Implications for Foreign Shareholders
For foreign investors holding shares in a Thai company, dividends can provide a direct return on investment. However, the amount ultimately received depends not only on the compan…
Buying an Existing Company in Thailand: Legal Due Diligence and Hidden Liabilities
Acquiring an existing company in Thailand can offer a faster route into the market than establishing a new business. The target may already have customers, employees, operating li…
Foreign Business License in Thailand: Who Needs One and What Are the Alternatives?
Foreign investors planning to establish or expand a business in Thailand should assess foreign business restrictions before deciding on a company structure or commencing operation…
Shareholders’ Agreements in Thailand: Key Clauses Foreign Investors Should Understand
When investing in a Thai company with local or foreign business partners, agreeing on the shareholding structure is only the first step. Investors must also consider who controls…
Can Foreigners Own 100% of a Company in Thailand?
Foreign investors can own 100% of a company in Thailand in certain circumstances. However, full foreign ownership is not permitted for every type of business, and registering a co…
Nominee Shareholders in Thailand: Legal Risks and Consequences
Using Thai nationals as nominee shareholders to circumvent foreign ownership restrictions remains a significant legal risk for foreign investors doing business in Thailand. Althou…
BOI Promotion in Thailand: Benefits, Conditions and Limitations
Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) offers investment promotion incentives to encourage investment in activities that support the country’s economic and technological development…
Right of First Refusal (ROFR): Structuring Share Transfer Rights Under Thai Law
In a company with multiple shareholders, a share transfer is not merely a change in ownership. It can alter the balance of control, the relationship between business partners, and…