Doing business in Thailand has many perks, according to several studies. Among these the streamlined company formation procedures which are now simpler in Thailand than in other neighboring countries. The whole costs and time frames related to opening a company in Thailand have also improved significantly in the last several years. Among the cities recommended by specialists is the capital Bangkok, because it provides for an excellent infrastructure which is highly useful for foreign investors.
Our Thailand company formation experts can assist foreign investors with company registration services in Bangkok.
Table of Contents
Foreign investors can choose between the following types of structures available for registration in Bangkok:
All companies must be registered with the Department of Business Development belonging to the Ministry of Commerce and then with the Revenue Department for tax purposes. One of the main advantages for investors who choose to work with our team of Thai company formation specialists for opening a company in Bangkok is that one of our agents will assist each step of the way. Understanding the local requirements is important, just as it is important to comply with the regulations (and limitations in some cases) applicable to foreign ownership.
During the last few years, the trends have also indicated an increase in the company registration services requested by foreign companies establishing representative offices in Bangkok. These companies have thought it is best to market their products in the capital in order to gain visibility on the whole Thai market, according to specialists.
Each of the business forms listed above has its own particularities, certain advantages as well as issues that need to be thoughtfully taken into consideration, like the unlimited liability of the sole trader. Our services related to company formation in Thailand include personalized assistance for choosing a business form that will suit the needs of the investor. Often, the choice is made based on the number of founders, whether or not they are all foreign partners and need to provide for Thai ownership, the available budget as well as the business field in which the company will activate.
Foreign investors can set up companies in Bangkok based on a foreign business license, according to the Foreign Business Act. There are several steps one must follow when it comes to company formation in Bangkok, Thailand. These are:
Foreign investment in Thailand has been liberalized and free trade has been promoted. However, foreign entrepreneurs are still required to observe foreign ownership principles. Some business fields, like transport, retail and wholesale, are restricted to foreigners for security purposes as well as for cultural heritage purposes.
When foreign investors open a company in Thailand, they must know the requirements for public or private companies. For example, in case of a private limited company, at least three founders or promoters are required and three shareholders. The promoters are individuals who can be foreign or Thai. For public limited companies, at least 15 promoters are needed and more than half of them must reside in the country. There are no restrictions as to the number or the nationality of directors in the country. However, when a foreign director works in Thailand, he must do so based on a work permit.
Our company formation agents in Thailand can offer more information on the steps required for company registration in Bangkok.
If you want to open a company in Thailand and have decided for Bangkok, you will need a local representative to carry out the company registration process. Our company formation agents in Bangkok will prepare and file the incorporation documents with the Trade Register, will help you with the tax registration process, open the corporate bank account and guide you through the business license application procedure.
Our team has prepared a number of pre-set company registration packages that include a number of services. For example, our simple package can include the company registration with the Department of Business Development, the VAT application as well as applications for further permits and licenses. A more comprehensive package will include all of the aforementioned services, align with ones tailored to the needs of the foreign investors, such as preparing the documents for obtaining a work permit, making the necessary visa extensions and other services, as needed.
The company formation packages in Bangkok offered by our team can also include virtual office services and assistance for opening the bank account. We can also provide specialized assistance for purchasing shelf companies for those investors who wish to buy a ready-made company to save time. The assistance we offer is for company due diligence and for making the transfers and changes subsequent to purchasing the company. The total fees for company registration will depend on the number of services and include the standard Government fees, including the ones for name reservations, the registration fee, and others.
According to a statistic published by the Department of Business Development in Thailand, the following numbers of newly registered companies were registered in 2018:
Our agents can assist investors who wish to register a new company as well as those who are interested in purchasing an existing one. We can also provide information on franchising in Thailand and the requirements for foreign investors.
For complete services related to company registration in Bangkok, please contact our specialists in Thailand.
