Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) represents the country’s first comprehensive legislation governing the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of personal data. Fully enforced since June 2022, the PDPA establishes legal standards for how organizations, businesses, government entities, and individuals handle personal information within Thailand. Modeled partly on international privacy regimes such as the European […]
A Thai work permit is a core legal requirement for any foreign national who wishes to work, operate a business, or perform professional activities in Thailand. Thai authorities strictly regulate foreign employment, and violations—intentional or not—can lead to heavy fines, deportation, and long-term immigration consequences. Because the definition of “work” under Thai law is broad, […]
A Last Will and Testament in Thailand is a legally binding instrument that allows an individual to control how their assets are distributed after death. Whether the testator is Thai or foreign, proper estate planning is essential to ensure that assets are transferred efficiently, disputes are minimized, and statutory rules do not override personal intentions. […]
Thailand Income Tax. This guide explains how Thailand taxes income in practice: who is resident, what income is taxable, current personal and corporate rates, withholding obligations, the treatment of foreign-sourced income, social-security and employer duties, filing and audit risks, and high-value planning points you should know. I’ve referenced recent official/practitioner sources so you can check […]
Thailand visa exemption program is the easiest and most commonly used route for short visits — holidays, short business trips or family visits. Over the past few years the scheme has changed substantially (more eligible countries, longer per-entry stays, and a new mandatory digital arrival process), so travelers and planners need up-to-date knowledge to avoid […]
Notary Public in Thailand. Thailand doesn’t use the classic “notary public” model found in the U.S. or civil-law countries. Instead, certain licensed Thai lawyers are authorised and trained to perform notarial acts as Notarial Services Attorneys (NSAs) under the Lawyers Council of Thailand. These NSAs perform the practical tasks most people think of as “notarisation” […]
90-Day Visa Thailand. The term “90-Day Visa” in Thailand often refers to non-immigrant visas that initially grant a stay of up to 90 days. These visas are commonly used by foreigners entering Thailand for purposes such as business, education, family visits, or official duties. While the term is informal, it usually refers to the Non-Immigrant […]
Escrow Accounts in Thailand. The concept of escrow accounts is rooted in the legal tradition of risk mitigation through third-party custodianship. In Thailand, escrow is formalized and governed by the Escrow Act B.E. 2551 (2008), which introduced a statutory framework for licensed escrow services. This development was in response to longstanding deficiencies in transactional security—especially […]
Translation and Legalization in Thailand. In Thailand, any foreign-language document submitted to a government agency, court, or educational institution must be translated into Thai and legalized. The accuracy and authenticity of these documents are crucial in legal, immigration, and business contexts. This process ensures that foreign public documents — such as birth certificates, powers of […]
Property Leasehold in Thailand. In Thailand, leasehold property arrangements are a cornerstone of foreign access to real estate, particularly for those unable to own land outright due to constitutional restrictions. While the leasehold model is well established, it operates under a civil law system with critical nuances in enforcement, renewal, and succession that demand a […]
