BOI Adjusts Project Progress Reporting to Quarterly Basis via e-Monitoring
The landscape for foreign investment in Thailand is undergoing a significant shift toward transparency and stricter oversight.
PREPARING FOR YOUR 2026 AGM
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM) provides a platform for shareholders to review the business performance and approve the Holding an AGM is not just a formality, it is a legal and statutory requirement in Thailand.
Additional Verification Required from Thai Directors to Crack Down on Nominee Arrangements
The landscape for foreign investment in Thailand is undergoing a significant shift toward transparency and stricter oversight.
How to Successfully Obtain BOI Promotion in Thailand
Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) offers a wide range of incentives to promote investment in targeted industries in Thailand, including tax exemptions, foreign ownership privileges, and facilitation of visas and work permits. However, obtaining BOI promotion requires more than simply meeting minimum criteria
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
