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30/04/2026

A brief pause before we continue serving you. Sun Legal will be closed from 1–4 May 2026 for Labour Day and Coronation Day. Our team returns on Tuesday, 5 May, fully prepared to support your legal needs.

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We appreciate your understanding and look forward to connecting with you soon.

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04/04/2026

Thailand is changing fast—and it could impact your business.

A massive ฿290 billion airport expansion at U-Tapao is about to begin, opening up new opportunities across the Eastern Economic Corridor.

At the same time, new AI guidelines are making it clear: businesses—not tech providers—are responsible for how data is used.

If you're operating in Thailand (or thinking about it), this is something you need to understand.

👉 Read more:https://www.sunbeltasia.com/u-tapao-airport-expansion-construction-set-to-begin-april-3/

27/03/2026

Thailand’s gem and jewellery sector is off to a strong start in 2026, with exports surging—driven by booming gold demand and resilient global markets. But behind the growth, shifting trade dynamics and evolving regulations are beginning to reshape the landscape for businesses. Read the full insights. https://www.sunbeltasia.com/gems-and-jewelry-exports-climbed-significantly-in-january/
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03/03/2026

Thailand is off to a powerful start in 2026! 🚀

New data reveals a strong surge in foreign businesses entering the Thai market — with BOI-promoted companies driving much of this growth. Investment value has risen sharply, reflecting increasing global confidence in Thailand as a strategic hub for digital services, EVs, renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, and technology innovation.

With attractive incentives such as corporate tax exemptions, import duty relief, and streamlined visa and work permit processes, Thailand’s BOI continues to make expansion smoother and more competitive for foreign investors. 📊

Thinking about expanding your business into Southeast Asia? Now could be the perfect time to explore the opportunities Thailand has to offer.

https://www.sunbeltasia.com/boi-promotion-drives-surge-in-new-foreign-businesses/

13/02/2026

📌 Important Update for Businesses in Thailand

Since January this year, Thailand’s Department of Business Development (DBD) has been enforcing stricter verification of registered head office addresses — particularly impacting companies using serviced, virtual, or shared offices. Registered details must exactly match official records, and additional documentation (such as lease agreements or landlord consent letters) may be required. Non-compliant filings risk delay or rejection.

This reform strengthens corporate transparency and compliance standards across the market 🇹🇭

Read more:
https://www.sunbeltasia.com/property-reform-new-dbd-office-address-rules/

Property Reform & New DBD Office Address Rules

26/01/2026

🇨🇳✈️ Chinese Tourists Set to Return This Lunar New Year 🧧🌏

Thailand’s tourism sector is preparing for a strong rebound as Chinese visitor numbers are expected to rise significantly over the Lunar New Year period. This could bring a welcome boost to hotels, restaurants, retail, and the wider economy.

Read our latest blog to see what’s driving the recovery, what to expect, and what it means for businesses in Thailand 👉
🔗 https://www.sunbeltasia.com/rebound-in-chinese-tourists-expected-over-lunar-new-year/

Thai and Chinese tourism operators are upbeat about a rebound in mainland Chinese visitors during the upcoming Chinese New Year

12/01/2025

🏢 𝗕𝗢𝗜 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 🌏

📅 Effective Dec. 9 this month, the Board of Investment issued new land ownership rules under Notification No. 16/2567, replacing 2022 guidelines.

🔑 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀:

BoI-promoted foreign firms can own land for offices (up to 5 rai) and staff housing (up to 20 rai).
Requires 50 million baht in registered capital.
Housing use now limited to operational-level staff—no longer allowed for executives.
Land can be located inside or outside business premises.

⚠️ Non-compliant firms must sell or transfer land within one year.

12/01/2025

🍺 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 🍶

📢 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁:

Brewpubs & Craft Breweries can now sell keg beer off-site, with a minimum keg size of 20 liters.
Small beer factories can upgrade to medium-sized operations without waiting one year.
Distance rules lifted for community liquor factories near water sources if they have approved wastewater treatment systems.

🗓️ 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝘀:

The proposal will be submitted to the cabinet.
If approved, changes will take effect by mid-February.

📈 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹: Boost local economies and enhance the competitiveness of Thailand’s craft beverage industry.

25/12/2024

🚢 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘆𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱! 📊

📈 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀:

Projected 5% export growth, hitting a record $300 billion.
Key drivers: Electronics, Agricultural Products, and Food Exports.
Year-to-date (10 months): $250 billion in export receipts (+4.9% YoY).

🌍 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘀:

Aiming for 2%-3% growth, reaching $305-$308 billion in export value.
New Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) and ongoing discussions with the EU and United Kingdom expected to fuel growth.

🤝 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀:

Planned U.S. tariff negotiations in February to address exemption concerns.

🌾 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵:

Agricultural and Food Exports remain strong pillars for growth.

23/12/2024

🌍 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 🇹🇭

🚨 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲:

Extended visa-free stays and weak enforcement have enabled unlicensed foreign tour operators in key hubs like Bangkok and Phuket.
Despite 50,000-60,000 licensed tour guides, shortages persist for languages like Russian and Polish.

🛡️ 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻:

Tour guiding is reserved for Thai nationals under Thai law.
Collaboration between Thai guides and foreign tour leaders is suggested to address shortages legally.

🏢 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀:

Companies must have 51% Thai ownership and Thai-majority directors.
A Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) License is required for operations.

📜 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗟𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲𝘀:

Domestic License: 95,000 baht 🏖️
Inbound License: 145,000 baht ✈️
Outbound License: 245,000 baht 🌎

💼 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:

Proof of registration
Shareholder details
Office ownership documents