Import / Export License

Thailand Import / Export License

We help businesses obtain the appropriate import/export registrations and licenses in Thailand—so you can trade goods across borders compliantly, reduce customs delays, and align with regulatory requirements for your product category.

Who is it for / Suitable for

Thai companies planning to import goods into Thailand for sale or business use.

Exporters shipping Thai goods overseas and needing proper registrations and documentation alignment.

Businesses trading regulated products that require additional permits (FDA, TISI, NBTC, controlled goods).

Newly incorporated companies needing setup for customs/broker processing and ongoing compliance.

Key Requirements

Company registration readiness

Thai company documents must be up to date; director authorization for filings may be required.

Customs registration / setup

Registration/setup for customs processing (often coordinated with a licensed customs broker).

Product category compliance

Confirm whether additional approvals apply (FDA/TISI/NBTC/controlled goods permits).

HS classification support

Accurate HS codes and product descriptions reduce clearance risk and duty disputes.

Internal compliance process

Maintain records for audits, post-clearance reviews, and recurring shipments.

Clients need to provide the following information / documents

Document Name

Notarized

Company affidavit & registration documents

Updated Thai company registration documents and director details.

Shareholder list (BOJ5) (if applicable)

May be required depending on submission requirements and bank/customs onboarding.

Director passport/Thai ID

Identification for authorization and filings.

Power of Attorney (if using agent/broker)

Authorization for filings and coordination with customs/brokers.

Yes (if required)

Product list / categories

High-level product types and categories to assess additional licensing needs.

Average Processing Time

7–15 working days

Document check & setup: 2–5 days
Registration/activation: 5–10 business days

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What you would get when the application is complete

Registration/License confirmation

Confirmation of import/export setup and any issued registration details (as applicable).

Compliance checklist

Checklist of key compliance steps for repeat shipments and document retention.

Broker-ready documentation guidance

Guidance on documents typically required for clearance (invoice, packing list, permits, etc.).

Next-step roadmap

Next steps for regulated goods approvals (FDA/TISI/NBTC) if needed for your products.

On-going Compliance Requirements

After registration, ongoing compliance typically includes:

Maintain accurate shipping records

Keep invoices, packing lists, permits, and customs documents for audits and post-clearance requests.

Stay compliant with product permits

Ensure regulated product permits remain valid and aligned with import/export activities.

Accurate declarations and HS codes

Use consistent product descriptions, HS codes, and valuation to reduce customs issues.

Update company details when changes occur

Update registration information if director/company details change.

Government Agencies Involved / Overseeing the Application

Depending on the goods and activity, these authorities may be involved:

Thai Customs Department

Primary authority overseeing import/export clearance, declarations, and duty/tax processes.

Department of Foreign Trade (as applicable)

May oversee certain controlled goods, quotas, or trade-specific permits.

Regulators for controlled products (as applicable)

Thai FDA, TISI, NBTC, or other agencies depending on product category.

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