Company Incorporation

Thai Limited Company Registration

We help Locals & Foreigners to incorporate their business in Thailand — Fast, Simple & Professional.

Who is it for / Suitable for

Foreign and local entrepreneurs establishing a profit-making business in Thailand.

Businesses looking for the most common and flexible company structure.

Companies need to hire staff, sign contracts, issue invoices, and conduct full commercial operations.

Suitable for trading, services, tech, hospitality, consulting, import/export, and more.

Key Requirements

Minimum 2 shareholders

Can be foreign or Thai

At least 1 director

Any nationality

Registered Thai Address

Required

If foreigners hold more than 49%

Activities must not be restricted under the Foreign Business Act (or an FBL/BOI promotion is required)

Company name must be reserved

This is required before registration

Paid-up capital typically THB2 million per foreign work permit

If work permits are needed

Clients need to provide the following information / documents

Document Name

Notarized

Shareholders' passport/Thai ID

All shareholders' identity documents

Directors' passport/Thai ID

All appointed directors

Registered office address details

Lease agreement or permission letter

Company name options (3-5)

For name reservation

Shareholding structure

% ownership breakdown

Company Objectives

Standard list or customized

Power of Attorney (If signing via proxy)

Signed by authorized person(s)

Yes (If signed overseas)

Parent company documents (If corporate shareholder)

Certificate of Incorporation & AOA

Yes

Average Processing Time

3–7 working days

Once all documents are prepared and signed.

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What you would get when the application is complete

Company Affidavit

Bor Or Jor 5

Articles of Association (AOA)

List of Shareholders

Bor Or Jor 5/6

Tax ID Registration Certificate

VAT Registration Certificate (Por Por 20)

If applicable

Company Seal

Optional but commonly used

On-going Compliance Requirements

To keep your company compliant in Thailand, the following obligations must be met:

Annual financial statement and audit filing

Preparation and submission of audited financial statements each year.

Annual shareholder meeting (AGM) and corporate report submission

Holding the AGM and submitting required reports to the authorities.

Monthly tax and VAT filings

Withholding tax and VAT submissions, where applicable.

Proper accounting records

Maintaining accurate accounting records in the required Thai format.

Company updates with the Ministry of Commerce

Reporting any changes to directors, registered address, or shareholding.

Government Agencies Involved / Overseeing the Application

The following government authorities oversee company registration, compliance, and operations in Thailand:

Department of Business Development (DBD)

Oversees company name reservation, incorporation, shareholder structure, and issuance of the company affidavit and registration documents.

Revenue Department (RD)

Handles issuance of the corporate Tax ID, VAT registration (PP20), and ongoing tax compliance.

Social Security Office (SSO)

Oversees employer registration once the company hires employees and monitors monthly contributions.

Ministry of Labour (MOL)

Involved if the company intends to employ foreign staff; oversees labor regulations, employment contracts, and workplace requirements.

Ministry of Interior / Local District Office

May verify registered office address in some cases; also oversees certain notarization or certification requirements.

Bank of Thailand (BOT)

If foreign shareholding applies — Reviews foreign investment capital remittance documents for companies with foreign shareholders.

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