DBD Announced 4 New Measures to Address Nominee and Mule Account Risks
The Department of Business Development (DBD) has announced four new regulatory measures to strengthen the review process for company registrations, with particular emphasis on Thai shareholders investing jointly with foreign shareholders.
Thailand Social Security Office Raises Salary Base for Contribution Calculations (Effective 2026)
Thailand’s Social Security Office (SSO) has announced a three-phase increase in the salary base for Section 33 social security contributions, officially published in the Royal Gazette.
Running a Business in Thailand: A Guide for International Companies with a Focus on BOI Tax Benefits
This article provides a comprehensive overview for foreigner investors looking to establish and operate a business in Thailand. It covers essential aspects of the Thai business landscape, including legal structures, regulatory requirements, and operational considerations. A key focus is on the tax benefits offered by the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) and how these incentives […]
Labour Protection Act (No. 9), B.E. 2568 – Expanded Maternity and Paternity Leave Rights
Thailand has officially approved amendments to the Labour Protection Act (No. 9) B.E. 2568 (2025), introducing significant changes to maternity, paternity, and family-related leave entitlements.
Local Director Requirement for Foreign Business in Thailand
When foreign businesses establish their operations in Thailand, the question often arises whether their business is required to have a local director or not.
Cabinet Approves One-Year Postponement of Employee Welfare Fund Contributions to October 1, 2026
Bangkok, August 26, 2025 In response to economic uncertainty and rising financial pressures on both employers and employees, the Cabinet has approved a draft labor regulation that postpones the commencement of contributions to the Employee Welfare Fund from October 1, 2025 to October 1, 2026
Updates Amendments to Maternity and Paternity Leave in Thailand
Thailand is taking proactive steps to reform its parental leave policies to better support working families, align with international labor standards, and respond to demographic challenges such as declining birth rates and an aging population.
New BOI Visa and Work Permit Criteria: Employment Ratio and Minimum Salary Effective October 1, 2025
The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has issued new criteria under Announcement No. Por.8/2568, dated June 5, 2025, regarding the approval, employment, and extension of foreign experts in BOI-promoted projects.
Thailand’s Employee Welfare Fund 2025: What Employers Need to Know
Starting October 1, 2025, Thailand will officially launch the Employee Welfare Fund (EWF) — a major
step forward in protecting workers’ financial well-being. After years of delay, this mandatory fund, grounded in the Labour Protection Act B.E. 2541 (1998), is now set in motion following a royal decree and regulations passed in late 2024
Bangkok Minimum Wage Rises to 400 Baht: What Employers and Workers Should Know
Effective July 1, 2025, Bangkok will raise its minimum daily wage to 400 baht, up from the previous rate
of 372 baht. This marks a key step in the Thai government’s push to improve worker welfare and
stimulate economic growth, particularly in tourism and service sectors.
