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How to Set Up a Company in Thailand: A Step-by-Step Guide for Foreign Investors
Thailand offers foreign investors access to a substantial domestic market and an established regional business environment. However, establishing a company involves more than comp…
Opening a Branch Office vs. a Thai Subsidiary
When a foreign company plans to establish a business presence in Thailand, one of the first decisions is whether to operate through a branch office or incorporate a Thai subsidiar…
VAT Registration in Thailand: Rules, Deadlines and Compliance
Value Added Tax (VAT) is a key tax consideration for businesses operating in Thailand. Companies selling goods or providing services may be required to register for VAT once their…
Closing a Company in Thailand: Liquidation, Debts and Legal Obligations
Closing a company in Thailand involves more than ceasing business operations or notifying the Department of Business Development (DBD). A Thai limited company must generally compl…
Joint Venture in Thailand: Key Legal Issues for Foreign Investors
A joint venture can provide foreign investors with access to local expertise, distribution networks, technology, and business opportunities in Thailand. It can also create legal a…
Director Liability in Thailand: When Can Directors Be Held Personally Liable?
Foreign investors establishing or operating a company in Thailand often rely on the principle of limited liability. A Thai limited company is a separate legal entity, and its dire…
Data Protection in Thailand: What Foreign Businesses Must Know About PDPA
Thailand's Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (2019) (PDPA) establishes the legal framework governing the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of personal data. For for…
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…
When Is a Contract Enforceable in Thailand? Common Drafting Risks in Commercial Agreements
A signed contract is an important record of a commercial agreement, but a signature alone does not guarantee that every provision will be legally enforceable in Thailand. The lega…
Thailand Business Visa and Work Permit: What Company Directors Need to Know
Foreign nationals who establish, invest in or manage a company in Thailand should consider their immigration status and work authorization before beginning business activities. Ho…
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…
Corporate Tax vs Personal Income Tax in Thailand: Which Structure Is More Tax-Efficient?
For entrepreneurs operating in Thailand, choosing between conducting business as an individual and incorporating a limited company is not merely a question of administrative conve…
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…