A severance pay waiver in Thailand is void if agreed during employment but a release signed after termination can be binding. Supreme Court Decision 1162/2569 explained, with practical steps for employees and employers.
What changed: Nothing yet, and that is the point. The rules that govern money you bring into Thailand in 2026
Updated July 2026, with our real, published fees. Last reviewed: 3 September 2026. The statement that the Foreign Business Act
Key takeaway: Thai employment law sets firm minimum standards for every employer operating in Thailand. The Labour Protection Act (LPA),
Updated August 17, 2026. Order 2/2569 took effect on August 1: the DBD now traces Thai shareholder capital end to end before registering a company with foreign participation. Bank statements on both sides of the transfer plus a signed Investment Explanation Letter are checked at the counter, and Ord
2026 changed the rules. If you’ve been thinking about setting up a company in Thailand as a foreigner, or if
The landscape of foreign investment in Thailand is currently navigating its most significant transformation since the original enactment of the Foreign Business Act (FBA) in 1999. As the Department of Business Development (DBD) prepares to implement a decisive new administrative order on April 1, 2026, the era of passive “nominee” shareholding is being systematically dismantled. […]
Starting 1 January 2026, Thailand raised the Social Security Fund wage ceiling used for contribution calculations under Section 33. The old cap of 15,000 baht per month had been in place for decades, out of step with actual wage levels. A new ministerial regulation was published in the Royal Gazette on December 12, 2025. The […]
The 100 Million THB Capital Exemption is an important but often unused way for foreign investors. It allows them to have full ownership of trading company in Thailand. This legal rule is in the Foreign Business Act’s List 3(14). It allows foreign-owned companies to avoid the usual Foreign Business License requirements. They can do this by meeting a certain capital amount. This exemption offers a simple and legal way for 100% foreign ownership in wholesale and retail businesses. Unlike other business structures, it does not need Thai majority ownership or complicated licensing processes.
Thailand’s regulatory landscape presents unique challenges for foreign investors seeking majority control of their business ventures. The Foreign Business Act (FBA) of 1999 has strict rules for foreigners seeking to obtain a foreign business license in some areas. However, there are legal ways to have 100% foreign control. It is important for expatriate entrepreneurs and international businesses to understand the foreign business act B.E. mechanisms. This knowledge helps them build a strong presence in the Thai market.
