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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…
Terminating Employees in Thailand: Legal Grounds, Severance and Risks
Terminating an employee in Thailand involves more than issuing a termination letter and calculating statutory severance. Employers must consider notice requirements, the employee'…
Enforcing Foreign Judgments in Thailand: What Businesses Should Know
Winning a lawsuit overseas does not necessarily mean that a creditor can immediately recover money from a debtor or seize assets located in Thailand. For businesses involved in cr…
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…
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…
Can Foreigners Buy Land in Thailand? Ownership Restrictions and Legal Alternatives
Foreign nationals who plan to purchase a house, build a residence or invest in property in Thailand should understand the distinction between owning land and owning a building or…
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…