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A Thai private limited company requires a minimum of two shareholders, a registered office, a memorandum of association and articles. Companies in which foreigners hold 50% or more are treated as foreign and are restricted under the Foreign Business Act.
We advise on capital, shareholder structure and director powers, and register the company, its VAT status and Social Security account in a coordinated sequence.
What we handle
- Name reservation and memorandum filing.
- Articles of association tailored to shareholder agreements.
- Registered capital planning for work permits.
- VAT (Por Por 20) and Social Security registration.
- Corporate seal and bank account opening support.
How the process works
Step 1
Structure advice
Ownership, capital and business objectives reviewed.
Step 2
Registration
Filing with DBD and issuance of company affidavit.
Step 3
Tax & payroll setup
Tax ID, VAT and Social Security accounts opened.
Not sure this route fits you?
Get a Free Preliminary Eligibility Review from our licensed team.
Counsel's note
Nominee shareholding arrangements to circumvent the Foreign Business Act are unlawful. We structure only arrangements with genuine Thai investment or lawful foreign-ownership routes.
Frequently asked
Can a foreigner own 100% of a Thai company?
How much capital must be paid up?
Why clients choose us
Six licensed Thai attorneys
Including Notarial Services Attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand.
77 provinces covered
Offices in Bangkok and Khon Kaen with field representatives nationwide.
Your passport stays with you
We work from copies and only handle originals for filings you approve.
Honest assessment first
A Free Preliminary Eligibility Review tells you your options before any engagement.
Sources & references
- Department of Business Development — checked 2026-11-03
- The Revenue Department — checked 2026-11-03
General information only, not legal advice. Immigration decisions rest with the Thai authorities. See our disclaimer.