Child Support in Thailand
Child support is a legal obligation of parents to provide financial support for their children. It can be settled by mutual agreement or by court order. It is critical to ensure that every child has the income security they need to reach their full potential and contribute to Thailand’s future prosperity. A universal child support […]
Child Custody in Thailand
In Thailand, Child Custody is defined as the physical and legal rights of parents over their children. Currently, Thai law stipulates that the mother has sole custody of her children. However, an unmarried father can obtain custodial rights if he registers his legitimation with the district office. Family court judges will consider the best interests […]
US-Thai Treaty of Amity
The US-Thai Treaty of Amity allows American citizens and businesses to maintain majority ownership in their Thai companies, without needing a Foreign Business License. It also enables them to engage in activities that would otherwise be restricted by the Foreign Business Act. Companies registered under the treaty can take advantage of Thailand’s regional trade agreements. […]
Set Up a Representative Office in Thailand
A Representative Office is the ideal business entity for a foreign company that’s exploring the market in Thailand. It can be 100 percent foreign-owned and is not taxable under the Foreign Business Act. However, it is only allowed to perform non-revenue-generating activities and cannot accept purchase orders or offer sales, or negotiate for carrying out […]
Thai Limited Company Registration
Thai Limited Company Registration is a key step in establishing your business. This process involves filing a Memorandum of Association, holding a statutory meeting, and registering your company with the government for tax purposes. The MoA contains the company name, its province of registered office, its objectives and the share structure. It must be signed […]
Will and Succession in Thailand
If you die in Thailand without a Will, the law decides who inherits your wealth. These heirs are called Statutory Heirs and they fall into six classes. You can make a Thai Will yourself, it can be typed or written and must be signed in front of 2 witnesses who are aware that this constitutes […]
The Importance of a Sales Contract Review in Thailand
A Sales Contract Review is an important step in buying property in Thailand. It helps you understand the terms of the sale and prevents ambiguities or hidden clauses that could lead to legal disputes in the future. The review process involves ensuring that the information mentioned in the sales contract matches with the title deed […]