Foreign investors interested in Thai real estate face strict restrictions on direct land ownership under the Land Code Act. While certain indirect arrangements have historically been considered, authorities have increased enforcement against non-compliant structures, emphasizing the importance of lawful options. … Read More
Author Archives: Dr. Paul Crosio
Navigating Thailand’s Regulatory Landscape for Short-Term Professional Assignments
Thailand presents a more complex picture for professionals arriving for short-term work, even when the work is unpaid. Recent incidents, such as the detention of a Spanish actress for allegedly working without a permit, underscore the authorities’ rigorous interpretation of … Read More
Thailand’s 2025 Cannabis Regulatory Overhaul: A Hybrid Framework That Tightens Control but Stops Short of Comprehensive Reform
Thailand’s new cannabis regulations, approved in December 2025, represent the most substantial shift in national cannabis policy since decriminalization in June 2022. However, these rules do not replace all earlier ministerial directives or create a unified cannabis law. Thailand now … Read More
Thailand’s LTR Visa & Why Most Applicants Don’t Need a Consultant
Thailand’s Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa continues to be a key initiative aimed at attracting defined categories of foreign nationals. As interest in the programme grows, so too has the number of service providers marketing high-fee “assistance packages” for applicants. In … Read More
Thai Labour Law: Time Off, Working Hours & Equal Treatment
When navigating employment in Thailand, companies must give careful attention to time-off entitlements, working hours and special regimes for hazardous duties. Under the Labour Protection Act B.E. 2541 (the “Labour Act”) and related regulations, a Thai employer has clear obligations, … Read More
Legal Mechanisms to Expedite Land Administration Actions in Thailand
The Department of Lands (DOL), operating under the Ministry of the Interior, constitutes the foundational institution for real property rights in the Kingdom of Thailand. Its mandate, encompassing the issuance of title deeds, the registration of encumbrances such as sales, … Read More
Thailand’s Intensified Visa-Free Screening: Not New Policy, But Newly Enforced
Thailand is once again experiencing a “crackdown” on visa-exempt entries and the misuse of tourist visas. While the situation may seem like a new development, the underlying framework has not changed. As we previously explained in our analysis of repeated … Read More
Thailand’s Bold Leap: Proposed Foreign Business Act Amendments to Boost Competitiveness
Thailand’s Bold Leap: Proposed Foreign Business Act Amendments to Boost Competitiveness Thailand is taking a significant step towards a more dynamic and competitive economic future. Recent reports in the Bangkok Post and The Nation have highlighted the Cabinet’s approval in … Read More
Thailand’s New Labour Protection Act (No. 9) B.E. 2568 (2025): Key Amendments
Thailand has enacted the Labour Protection Act (No. 9) B.E. 2568 (2025), introducing a series of amendments to modernize the country’s employment law framework. The Act was published in the Royal Gazette on 7 November 2025 and will take effect … Read More
The Evolution of Thailand’s Business Rehabilitation Framework
Thailand’s business rehabilitation regime under the Bankruptcy Act B.E. 2483 (1940) continues to serve as a vital legal mechanism for companies facing financial distress. The cornerstone of this process is the court’s meticulous assessment of whether a debtor possesses a … Read More
