The Business Visa in Thailand, formally categorized under the Non-Immigrant “B” Visa, serves as the legal gateway for foreign nationals seeking to engage in business activities, employment, company representation, or investment management in the Kingdom. It is not a standalone work authorization but rather the first layer of legal entry, upon which work rights and […]
Thailand SMART Visa program is a special visa initiative launched in 2018 to attract highly skilled foreign professionals, entrepreneurs, executives, and investors in targeted industries. It is intended to address long-term national development goals under Thailand 4.0, a strategy designed to transform the economy into an innovation-driven model. Unlike standard non-immigrant visas, the SMART Visa […]
Title Deeds in Thailand. Land ownership and real estate rights in Thailand are evidenced through a structured hierarchy of land title deeds, each reflecting a distinct level of legal recognition and enforceability. These titles are issued and maintained by the Department of Lands (DoL), a division of the Ministry of Interior, and are governed by […]
Thailand income tax regime is governed by the Revenue Code B.E. 2481 (1938) and administered by the Revenue Department of the Ministry of Finance. The Thai tax system follows a self-assessment model, under which individuals and companies are responsible for calculating and reporting their taxable income annually. The core principle of the personal income tax […]
Litigation in Thailand follows a civil law system, meaning legal disputes are resolved through written laws and judicial decisions, rather than precedents. The Thai legal system is structured, procedural, and hierarchical, with different courts handling various types of cases. This article provides an in-depth exploration of litigation in Thailand, including key legal procedures, court structures, […]
Thailand’s Foreign Business Act (FBA) of 1999 is a cornerstone of the country’s regulatory framework governing foreign investment and business operations. Designed to protect Thai industries and promote local participation in the economy, the FBA imposes restrictions on foreign ownership and control in certain sectors. For foreign investors and businesses seeking to establish a presence […]