🇹🇭 Thailand · Bangkok
Thailand Company Formation for Foreigners
Set up a Thai Limited Company, BOI-promoted entity or foreign Branch in Bangkok. 100% foreign ownership routes through BOI, US Treaty of Amity or Foreign Business Licence - with work permits, corporate banking and compliance handled end to end.
What's included
Thai Limited Company (Co., Ltd.)
Standard private limited company - the most common structure for doing business in Thailand.
BOI 100% Foreign Ownership
Board of Investment promotion unlocks 100% foreign ownership, tax holidays and easier work permits.
US Treaty of Amity
US citizens and US companies can hold 100% ownership in most sectors under the Treaty of Amity.
Branch & Representative Office
Foreign parent companies can register Branch, Representative or Regional Offices in Thailand.
Registered Office in Bangkok
Bangkok-based registered address and company secretary services for ongoing compliance.
Work Permit & Visa
Non-Immigrant B visa and Thai work permit applications for directors and key employees.
Why Thailand
- ASEAN's second-largest economy and a regional manufacturing hub
- BOI promotion grants up to 8-year corporate tax holidays
- Strategic location for the Indochina and ASEAN markets
- Strong infrastructure, ports and logistics network
- Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) incentives for tech and industry
- Reduced SME tax rates and double-tax treaties with 60+ countries
Frequently asked questions
Can a foreigner own a company in Thailand?
Yes. Foreigners can own up to 49% of a standard Thai Limited Company. 100% foreign ownership is possible through a BOI-promoted company, a US Treaty of Amity company (US citizens only), or a Foreign Business Licence (FBL).
What entity types are available?
Thai Limited Company (Co., Ltd.) is the most common. Other options include Branch Office, Representative Office, Regional Office and BOI-promoted companies for tax incentives.
What is BOI?
The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) grants promotional privileges to qualifying businesses - including 100% foreign ownership, corporate tax holidays of up to 8 years, work-permit facilitation and exemption from foreign business restrictions.
Do I need a Thai partner?
For a standard Co., Ltd. you need at least 51% Thai shareholding. BOI-promoted companies, US Amity Treaty companies and FBL holders can be 100% foreign-owned.
What is the corporate tax rate?
Standard Thai corporate income tax is 20%. SMEs with paid-up capital under THB 5 million get reduced rates (0% to 20% on a sliding scale). BOI-promoted companies can get full tax holidays for 3 to 8 years.
How long does formation take?
A standard Thai Limited Company is typically incorporated within 7 to 14 business days. BOI applications take longer (6 to 12 weeks) but unlock 100% foreign ownership and tax incentives.
Can I get a work permit and visa?
Yes. Once your Thai company is registered with adequate paid-up capital (typically THB 2 million per work permit), you can apply for a Non-Immigrant B visa and Thai work permit.