Seamless Immigration and Legal Services in Thailand

Many companies expanding their services into Thailand soon discover the complicated realities of setting up a business there. Companies must comply with many laws and regulations covering everything from the new PDPA law to immigration, labor law, commercial law, restructuring, and property law. These all affect the ability to open a branch of a multinational business in Thailand and conduct business.

The connection between immigration and legal services in Thailand means companies must retain services that are knowledgeable and experienced in handling the detailed aspects of both. You must operate within the legal parameters of the immigration laws to ensure a smooth launch and continued operation of your business expansion into Thailand.

Immigration Accountability

Like many other countries, every foreign employee must have both a work visa and a work permit, and these have to be updated annually or every two years, depending on what type of scheme your company is set up under. The process for applying for these documents requires you to submit a number of complete business documents, which are usually handled by a lawyer who is legally certified to practice in Thailand. Your company must also employ a certain number of Thai citizens for every foreign citizen you employ.

If you have foreign employees with families, each of the spouses and children must also have a visa that reflects their legal status in Thailand.

This adds to the necessity of having seamlessly connected immigration and legal services in Thailand. If your company has many employees who rotate in and out of Thailand to work on special projects, they all have to have temporary work permits for the time they’re here.

Secretarial Services

Companies must also submit regularly scheduled legal and financial documents to the appropriate authorities. You’ll need to have a secretarial service on board who is familiar with all the requirements of meeting this obligation.

Setting Up and Running Your Business

In addition to these requirements, buying or leasing property, beginning construction, and considering joint ventures, distributorships, mergers, acquisitions, or franchising opportunities all require knowledgeable legal representation. You’ll need to partner with professionals with the ability and experience to comply with Thailand’s labor, financial, and business laws while conducting your business.

Failure to adhere to these regulations can lead to legal disputes, financial penalties, or operational delays, all of which can hinder business success. Proper legal guidance ensures that contracts are enforceable, risks are mitigated, and compliance is maintained at every stage. With expert support, businesses can confidently navigate Thailand’s legal landscape and focus on achieving long-term growth.

Partner with Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars offers more than just immigration and legal services in Thailand. The firm collaborates closely with multinational businesses to support their ongoing legal needs. With expertise spanning multiple legal practices, Forvis Mazars provides a comprehensive range of services to assist clients in establishing and operating their companies in Thailand. This includes full legal, administrative, accounting, and company secretarial support, ensuring business success.

Its professionals remain up to date on the country’s immigration and business laws, guaranteeing full compliance for clients. By partnering with Forvis Mazars, businesses can experience a seamless launch and expansion into the Thai market.