Importing and exporting goods into and out of Thailand is not as easy as sending or picking up a piece of mail. When you trade goods internationally, you face a challenging process that takes a lot of paperwork. You have to deal with shippers, transportation services, and government agencies. But you can use a freight … Read more
Do you have a great idea for a business and wonder if Thailand is the right place to register your company? Do you run an existing company in Thailand and are you looking for tax breaks and other benefits? Fortunately, you can register your company with Thailand’s Board of Investment and own 100% of your … Read more
When it comes to getting the right visa to work or do business in Thailand, you’ll often hear expats talk about “business visas” and “work visas.” It could be confusing, especially for new expats who are just going through the process. So which visa will you really need when coming to Thailand for work or … Read more
Do you own a business in Thailand and need healthcare coverage for your employees? Of course, health insurance is a good way to keep your employees in good health, but you might be hesitant to pay for its premium rates, which can be high especially when paying for many employees. This is where group health … Read more
Whether you’re launching a startup or you’ve already set up a company, finding an office for rent in Bangkok can be challenging. To get the best deal possible, you need to think about location, size, and price. You want to make sure your office is in a convenient location so you, your employees, and your … Read more
We registered our company in Thailand in 2006 and have been running our business ever since. It’s undeniable that our accounting person is a key part in our operation, especially when it comes to dealing with accounting and taxation in Thailand, which works differently from Western counties. If you are looking to start your own … Read more
Taxes are an unavoidable yet complicated part of doing business in Thailand. There are over 7 chapters and 143 sections in the Revenue Code of Thailand. Because of this, you may fail to follow some rules without even meaning to do so. One minor tax mistake could have more impact on your business than you’d … Read more
From 2014–2016, I ran a business in Thailand. I first went to Thailand with my spouse for our honeymoon. Three years later, we found ourselves living there as a family with a toddler, running a relatively successful beach restaurant in Southern Thailand. We recently sold it for a decent profit as we got a lucrative … Read more
When living or doing business in Thailand, one day you’ll the need to hire a Thai translator. Maybe you need to translate your product descriptions to venture in Thai market. Maybe you’ll need to translate employment contracts when hiring Thai employees. Or perhaps you’ll need to translate your marriage certificate when applying for a marriage … Read more
Opening an office in Bangkok is more challenging than you think. You’re presented with hundreds of potential places to rent from. Somehow, you must narrow down those choices to one. And after you sign the contract you’re left with the joys of setting up phones lines and Internet connections. You have to buy furniture and … Read more