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Starting a business in Thailand

Most popular structures to start a business in Thailand
Icone 1
Limited Company
FROM
70,000THB
Minimum 50,000 Baht registered capital
Suitable for most business activities
A local Thai partner is generally required

5 Business Days
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Excluding official fees and transportation fees

Price: + 7% VAT

Icone 2
BOI Company
FROM
250,000THB
Minimum investment: 1M THB
For specific business activities
100% foreign owned

3 to 6 Months
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Excluding official fees and transportation fees

Price: + 7% VAT

Icone 3
PEO Service
FROM
15,000THB
No minimum investment
Suitable for skilled employees
Renewable on a yearly basis

30 Business Days
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Excluding official fees and transportation fees

Price: + 7% VAT

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Our team of legal experts are available to provide reliable legal answers, review your essential documents, and offer guidance for your business in Thailand.

Our experienced team of lawyers provides up to 2 hours of monthly assistance, with unused hours carrying forward. Ideal for startups and scaling businesses.

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Frequently Asked Question

Starting a business in Thailand as a foreigner is it possible?

While it is not legal requirement to hire a business registration lawyer to open a business in Thailand, doing so is highly recommended. A business lawyer with expertise in Thai business laws and regulations can provide valuable advice and guidance throughout the process. Furthermore, most, if not all of the legal documentation and paperwork e.g. registration forms are all in the Thai language.

How do I start a limited company in Thailand?

Preliminary requirements: Passport copies or Thai ID copies of at least 2 individual shareholders, 1 individual director (who can also be a director) and an office address.

Step 1: Choose and register a company name.

Step 2: Draft and file the Memorandum of Association.

Step 3: Call and hold a Statutory Meeting of the shareholders

Step 4: Register the Company with the Ministry of Commerce.

Step 5: Open a bank account

Step 6: Register the company for Value-Added Tax (VAT) and Social Security Office

Step 7: Apply for business licenses (if required) and setup the accounting and invoicing system

How much money do you need to start a business in Thailand?

In practice, you can register a company with 50,000 THB minimum capital. However, if the company hires foreign employees or needs to obtain some business licenses, additional capital requirements may apply. For example:

- Minimum capital for a limited company with a foreign employee: 2 million Baht (per foreign employee, however if the foreign employee is married to a Thai national, 1 million Baht)


- Minimum capital for a majority foreign-owned limited company not subject to a Foreign Business License: 2 millions Baht


- Minimum capital for a majority foreign-owned company with a Foreign Business Licence: 3 million Baht (or 25% of the average annual estimated expenses for three years of operation - whichever is the higher)


- Minimum capital with a BOI License: 1 million Baht (no capital requirement for foreign skilled employees).

Once paid, the capital can be spent freely for the business operation (rent, salaries, purchases, etc.).

What is a BOI company in Thailand?

Thailand’s Board of Investment is a special government agency who focuses on promoting foreign investment within Thailand. A BOI promotion removes many of the barriers to doing business in Thailand, such as the restrictions of the Foreign Business Act. The BOI also provides qualifying projects with a series of impressive incentives such as: - Tax benefits such as income tax exemptions for a fixed period (depending on business activities). - 100% foreign ownership of a company. - Reduced requirements for supporting work permits i.e. no quotas for hiring foreigners - The ability to own land. Checking the eligibility for a BOI Promotion should always be the first option considered when opening a company in Thailand

How do I set up a BOI company in Thailand?

In order to set up a BOI company in Thailand, applicants need to satisfy the criteria set out by the Board of Investment. Examples of this criteria includes having a capital investment of at least 1,000,000 Thai baht; Have a minimum of three registered shareholders; Be a registered company in Thailand; and most importantly, the companies business activities must be in one of the eligible industries as decided by the BOI.

What is the process for business registration for a new company registration in Thailand?

To register a new company in Thailand, you typically need to submit required documents, such as the company memorandum, obtain a corporate bank account, and register for tax. It's advisable to consult with the Department of Business Development in Thailand for specific guidelines and procedures.

Do i need a business registration lawyer to open a business in Thailand?

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While it is not legal requirement to hire a business registration lawyer to open a business in Thailand, doing so is highly recommended. A business lawyer with expertise in Thai business laws and regulations can provide valuable advice and guidance throughout the process. Furthermore, most, if not all of the legal documentation and paperwork e.g. registration forms are all in the Thai language.

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