The Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) is the first law in Thailand introduced for data protection. In a similar manner to the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the law covers the aspects of collection, usage and disclosure of personal data. Like with any other law,...

While the 51/49 Thai to foreign shareholding structure is often identified as a suitable option for foreign business owner-operators, the option of 100% foreign ownership through the Ministry of Commerce’s Foreign Business License (FBL) is a welcome alternative. This FBL is different to a Foreign...

The Thailand Elite residence program is designed as a hassle-free visa solution allowing for a long-term stay in Thailand, with at least five years’ validity. It was established by a state-owned company under the supervision of the Tourism Authority of Thailand. Targeted towards high-income...

Every official process carried out in any country comes with its own set of rules, forms, timeframes, requests and requirements; and these often differ based on the government agency or organisation you are dealing with. The only constant is documentation, a set of paperwork or online filing which...

The Thai Board of Investment, commonly referred to as the BOI, is a government agency responsible for attracting foreign investment into Thailand through incentives. While it is also now known for being the agency overseeing the new Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa programme in Thailand, the BOI is...

It’s 2022, an era of convenience. Despite the everlasting pandemic, its effects and long term impact on the economy, a lot of expats are still choosing to invest and leisure in Thailand. To invest, because of its available opportunities, advanced technology, relatively low minimum wage and accessibility....