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Company Setup For Foreigners · Chiang Mai & Bangkok

Thailand Company Registration

Set up your Thai Limited Company correctly the first time — proper structure, work permit alignment, and ongoing compliance handled by people who know the local process.

  • Thai Limited, BOI & Treaty of Amity routes
  • Work permit-aligned company setup
  • Bookkeeping and audit guidance included
Thai Limited Company BOI Promotion US Treaty of Amity Work Permit Alignment VAT Registration Monthly Compliance
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Company Setup In Thailand

Which Company Structure Fits Your Situation

Foreigners have several legitimate routes to register a company in Thailand. The right one depends on your nationality, your business activity, your need for a work permit, and how much capital you plan to invest. We explain the practical trade-offs so you can choose with full information — not assumptions.

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Thai Limited Company

The most common structure for foreigners. Thai shareholders typically hold 51% of shares. Suitable for most service, trading, and consulting businesses.

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BOI-Promoted Company

Allows 100% foreign ownership for qualifying activities, with tax incentives and streamlined work permits. Suitable for tech, manufacturing, and approved sectors.

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US Treaty of Amity

For US citizens only. Allows majority American ownership in most sectors without requiring Thai shareholders. Setup includes a separate certification process.

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Foreign Business License

For activities restricted under the Foreign Business Act. Application is more involved — we help you decide whether this is the right path before you start.

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Branch & Representative Office

For foreign parent companies extending into Thailand without forming a separate Thai entity. Each has specific rules on permitted activities and capital.

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Work Permit-Aligned Setup

If a work permit is your goal, the company must meet capital, employee, and operational requirements from day one. We design the setup around that.

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Why Choose Us

What Makes the Difference

Practical company setup guidance from people who work with Thai authorities every day.

Setup Aligned With Your Goals

A company built around a future work permit looks different than one built for a holding structure or BOI promotion. We design the setup to match your actual purpose, not a generic template.

Clear Answers in English

Thai company law has nuances that are easy to misread. We explain the structure options, capital rules, and shareholder requirements directly so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

Compliance From Day One

A registered company in Thailand has monthly and annual obligations. We connect you with proper bookkeeping and audit support so your company stays in good standing from the start.

Local Process Knowledge

Registration steps with the DBD, Revenue Department, and Social Security Office have practical details that aren't on a checklist. We know how things work in Chiang Mai and Bangkok.

Who We Work With

We Support Foreigners Setting Up in Thailand

From our offices in Chiang Mai and Bangkok, we help foreigners across a range of business situations.

  • Entrepreneurs starting a service or consulting business in Thailand
  • Foreigners who need a Thai company to obtain a work permit
  • Online business owners formalizing their operations in Thailand
  • Tech and digital companies exploring BOI promotion
  • American citizens setting up under the US Treaty of Amity
  • Foreign parent companies opening a Thai branch or rep office
  • Existing Thai companies needing structure cleanup or compliance support

Not sure which structure fits your business?

Send us a brief summary of what your business does, your nationality, and whether you need a work permit. We'll outline the structures that actually apply to your situation — not every option in the book.

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How It Works

Company Registration, Step by Step

Most clients move from first call to fully registered company within two to four weeks.

Initial Review

We review your business, nationality, and goals — including work permit needs — to recommend the right structure.

Structure & Documents

We prepare the company name reservation, articles of association, shareholder list, and registered address.

Registration Filing

We file with the DBD, then handle tax ID, VAT registration (if applicable), and Social Security registration.

Operational Setup

We help with corporate bank account opening, bookkeeping setup, and the first steps of monthly compliance.

Documents Needed

What You'll Need to Get Started

Document requirements vary slightly by structure, but most setups follow a similar pattern.

From Foreign Shareholders & Directors

  • Passport copy (signed)
  • Current visa or entry stamp
  • Address proof in your home country
  • Address proof in Thailand (if available)
  • Brief description of business activity
  • Source of funds confirmation for capital

For the Company Itself

  • Three proposed company name options (English & Thai)
  • Registered office address & landlord consent
  • Shareholder list with share allocation
  • Signed memorandum and articles of association
  • Director appointment documents
  • Capital structure & objectives statement
After Registration

Ongoing Compliance, Handled Properly

A registered Thai company has continuous obligations. Most issues we see come from companies that ignored these for too long.

Monthly Filings

Bookkeeping, withholding tax (PND.1, PND.3, PND.53), VAT (PP.30) when registered, and Social Security filings for employees each month.

Annual Filings

Audited financial statements signed off by a licensed Thai auditor, corporate income tax (PND.50), and shareholder list updates with the DBD.

Work Permit Maintenance

If your company supports a work permit, capital, Thai employee ratios, and visa renewals must be maintained. We coordinate with your visa timeline.

Pricing

Transparent Quotes Based on Your Setup

We Quote Based on Your Actual Situation

Company registration costs depend on your chosen structure, registered capital, VAT status, and whether you need ongoing bookkeeping or work permit support. We give you a clear written quote covering setup fees, government fees, and recommended ongoing services — no surprises after you commit.

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Common Questions

Thailand Company Registration FAQ

Direct answers to the questions foreigners ask us most often.

Yes. The most common route is a Thai Limited Company where Thai shareholders typically hold 51% of shares. Other options include BOI-promoted companies (which can allow 100% foreign ownership for qualifying activities), the US Treaty of Amity for American citizens, and representative or branch offices for foreign parent companies.
A standard Thai Limited Company can typically be registered within one to three weeks once shareholders, name, address, and capital are confirmed. Add a few extra days for tax ID, VAT, and Social Security registration. BOI applications take longer because they involve a separate approval stage.
For a standard Thai Limited Company, Thai shareholders generally need to hold at least 51% of shares. You can avoid this through BOI promotion, the US Treaty of Amity (for American citizens), or by holding a Foreign Business License — each route has its own requirements and is suited to different business types.
Yes — this is one of the most common reasons foreigners register a Thai company. The company must meet capital and Thai employee requirements (typically 2 million baht registered capital and 4 Thai employees per work permit), and you must hold a Non-Immigrant B visa. See our Work Permit Thailand page for more.
Thai companies must maintain monthly bookkeeping, file monthly VAT and withholding tax (when applicable), submit Social Security for employees, and file annual audited financial statements with a licensed Thai auditor. Missing these can lead to fines, loss of VAT status, or work permit issues.
For a basic Thai Limited Company without a work permit, capital can start low. If you want a work permit through the company, plan on 2 million baht in registered capital per foreign work permit holder. BOI and Treaty of Amity setups have their own capital rules. We help match your capital plan to your goals.
You can reach us by phone at 064-289-8974, by email at info@visasupportthailand.com, or via LINE (Orange). For company registration questions, LINE is usually the fastest way to get a clear answer.
Thai company law and immigration requirements can change. Final guidance depends on current rules, your business activity, your nationality, your capital, and your specific situation. Message us on LINE so we can review your case before you commit to a structure.

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Whether you're at the planning stage or ready to file, we'll walk you through the right structure for your business and lay out exactly what comes next.

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