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COMPANY REGISTRATION

Company Registration Services

Establishing your business with legal precision — entity selection, shareholder structuring, and post-registration compliance for foreign investors.

Planning to register a company?

Clients may also visit our Rayong or Pattaya office for BOI-related services.

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Company registration for foreign investors

Establishing a company in Thailand requires careful legal structuring, particularly for foreign investors operating in Rayong and the Eastern Seaboard. We assist clients with entity selection, shareholder structuring, regulatory compliance, and post-registration obligations.

Types of business structures in Thailand

  • Thai Limited Company — the most common structure, requiring a minimum of three shareholders
  • Foreign Business License (FBL) — required for certain restricted activities under the Foreign Business Act
  • Board of Investment (BOI) Promotion — for qualifying manufacturing/industrial activities, with potential 100% foreign ownership
  • Branch & Representative Offices — for foreign companies establishing presence without forming a separate Thai entity

Foreign ownership restrictions

Under the Foreign Business Act, many service activities are restricted and may require Thai majority shareholding or a Foreign Business License. Exceptions may apply under BOI promotion or international treaties such as the US-Thai Treaty of Amity. Proper structuring at the registration stage is essential for long-term compliance and operational control.

Process

Company registration process in Thailand

1

Name reservation

Verification and reservation of a compliant company name with the Department of Business Development (DBD).

2

Memorandum of Association (MOA)

Preparation of company objectives, registered capital, and shareholder details.

3

Statutory meeting

Adoption of Articles of Association and appointment of directors and auditors.

4

Registration filing

Submission of Thai-language documents to the relevant provincial DBD office.

Post-registration compliance

After incorporation, companies must complete additional regulatory steps:

  • Tax Identification Number (TIN) registration
  • VAT registration (if applicable)
  • Social Security registration
  • Corporate bank account setup

Capital requirements & work permits

Companies employing foreign nationals must comply with capital and employment ratio requirements. We advise on appropriate capitalization structures to support work permit and Non-Immigrant "B" visa eligibility. Related: Visa & Work Permit Services.

Contact us for immediate assistance

Ensure your company registration fully complies with Thai corporate and foreign business regulations.

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FAQ

Common questions about company registration

With the correct documentation and professional assistance, a standard Thai Limited company registration can typically be completed within 3 to 5 business days once all forms are signed and submitted to the DBD.
In most cases, foreign ownership is capped at 49% under the Foreign Business Act, though exceptions apply under BOI promotion, Foreign Business License, or treaty privileges such as the US-Thai Treaty of Amity.
Minimum capital varies by structure and purpose — companies sponsoring foreign work permits typically require 2 million THB in registered capital per work permit, as a common benchmark.