Thailand is considering significant reforms to the Foreign Business Act that could remove licensing requirements for several service industries. The proposed changes may make it easier for foreign investors to operate software development, treasury centre and intra-group management businesses in Thailand without obtaining a Foreign Business License. … Read More
Author Archives: Nannapat Sritas
Summary of New Ministerial Regulation on Wills: A must-read for expatriates in Thailand
1. Overview On 22 January 2026, the Ministry of Interior published a new Ministerial Regulation replacing the 1960 rules governing Public Wills and related inheritance declarations. The regulation took effect on 24 March 2026 (60 days after publication). This modernisation … Read More
A Practical Guide to Joint Ventures in Thailand: Key Legal Considerations for Foreign Investors
Thailand’s strategic location and economic incentives make it an attractive destination for foreign investment. However, navigating its regulatory landscape requires careful planning, particularly when establishing a joint venture (JV), commonly referred to as a “Thai Majority Company”. This guide synthesises … Read More
Why ‘Alleged’ Statements Offer Little Protection Against Defamation or Libel in Thailand
A dangerous misconception persists in business and media circles: that using the word “alleged” when reporting an accusation provides a safe harbour from defamation claims. In Thailand, this assumption is not only incorrect but can also lead to severe civil … Read More
BOI Issues New Rules on Expatriate Employment and Remuneration
In June 2025, the Thailand Board of Investment (“BOI”) released Notification No. Por. 8/2568 (the “Notification”), setting out new requirements on how BOI-promoted companies may appoint and retain foreign personnel. The changes mark a shift in regulatory policy, particularly for … Read More
Thailand’s E-Work Permit Revolution: What Expats Need to Know in 2025
Thailand’s Ministry of Labor has launched a game-changing e-work permit system in 2025, replacing the traditional “blue book” work permit and transforming how foreign professionals navigate employment in Thailand. Designed to streamline applications and enhance compliance, this digital shift is a cornerstone of … Read More
Thailand’s Unprecedented Crackdown on Illegal Nominee Structures: Compliance Options
Thai authorities are executing their most aggressive campaign to date against illegal nominee structures used to bypass the Foreign Business Act (FBA). This multi-agency enforcement effort, widely reported by outlets such as the Bangkok Post, leverages powerful new data integration tools … Read More
Enforcing Arbitral Awards in Thailand: A Concise Legal Overview
By Dr. Paul Crosio May 2025 Thailand’s arbitration framework, anchored by its ratification of the 1958 New York Convention and the Arbitration Act B.E. 2545 (2002), provides a structured pathway for enforcing domestic and foreign arbitral awards. While the system … Read More