Corporate Legal Service
Your Trusted Partner for Business Setup & Compliance in Thailand
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Establishing and maintaining a business in Thailand requires careful navigation of corporate regulations, licensing requirements, and ongoing legal obligations. At Arbor Thailand, our Corporate Legal team provides comprehensive, end-to-end support designed to help both local and international businesses operate with full confidence and regulatory compliance.
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From initial company formation and BOI investment promotion through to work permits, visa processing, and ongoing corporate governance, we deliver senior-led advisory services that combine deep local expertise with international standards of professionalism. Our hands-on approach ensures that every engagement is tailored to your unique business needs, allowing you to focus on growth while we handle the complexities of Thai corporate law.
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Company Registration
Limited company (Co., Ltd.) and public company (Plc.) formation with the Department of Business Development (DBD), including Memorandum of Association, statutory meetings, and share capital structuring
Foreign Business License (FBL) applications under the Foreign Business Act B.E. 2542, with strategic guidance on restricted business activities and Treaty of Amity provisions
Shareholder agreements, corporate governance frameworks, and capital structuring advisory for both Thai and foreign-owned entities
Branch office, representative office, and regional operating headquarters (ROH) registration, including liaison with the BOI and relevant regulatory authorities
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BOI Promotion
BOI application preparation and project feasibility assessment, including investment plan structuring and submission to the Board of Investment
Tax incentive and investment privilege advisory, covering corporate income tax exemptions, import duty waivers, and zone-based benefits under current BOI promotion categories
Ongoing BOI compliance reporting and condition monitoring, ensuring adherence to promotional terms and timely submission of operational reports
Activity-based incentive analysis (ITC, Smart Visa linkage) and strategic evaluation of additional privileges available under targeted industry promotion schemes
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Work Permit & Visa
Work permit and visa application management for foreign nationals, including new applications, renewals, and change-of-employer filings with the Department of Employment
Non-Immigrant B visa and Smart Visa processing, with end-to-end coordination between the Ministry of Labour, Immigration Bureau, and relevant consular offices
90-day reporting, re-entry permit arrangements, and visa extension services to maintain uninterrupted legal status for expatriate employees and their dependants
Strategic workforce mobility planning, including quota management, occupation eligibility review, and compliance with Thailand's foreign employment regulations
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Ongoing Corporate Compliance
Preparation and filing of annual corporate returns, financial statements, and tax submissions with the Department of Business Development (DBD) and Revenue Department, ensuring full statutory compliance
Corporate secretarial services including board and shareholder meeting coordination, minute-taking, directorship changes, and maintenance of statutory registers in accordance with Thai civil and commercial law
Proactive monitoring of regulatory changes across the Revenue Code, Foreign Business Act, Labour Protection Act, and related legislation, with timely advisory to keep your business ahead of evolving requirements
Ongoing governance advisory and compliance health checks, including licence renewals, permit maintenance, and periodic risk assessments to safeguard operational continuity
"A well-structured legal foundation is not a cost — it is the cornerstone of sustainable business growth in Thailand."