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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…
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…
