Author Archive: Siam Legal
U.S. Firm Applying for a Patent in Thailand
U.S. firms are eligible to apply for patent protection in Thailand, although if the invention was made in the U.S. you must file an initial patent application there first. If the invention was made in the U.S., you cannot file in Thailand until you receive a foreign filing license or 6 months after filing whichever [...]
How to Marry in Thailand
Thailand is a beautiful country and a wonderful place to get married. Foreigners planning to marry in Thailand are free to marry other foreigners or Thai nationals. While a variety of religious marriage ceremonies are available in Thailand, a Thai marriage officially begins when the couple appears at a district office (Amphoe) to register their [...]
Thailand Prenuptial Agreement
A prenuptial agreement, or “prenup,” is a contract a couple makes with each other before they get married. It is also known as an ante-nuptial agreement or a premarital agreement. The purpose of a prenuptial agreement is to set out in writing which property is owned by which spouse, and decide in advance how property [...]
American Company Applying for BOI Incentives
Companies incorporated in the U.S. or majority owned by Americans are often eligible for incentives from Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI). For example, BOI promoted businesses are automatically granted a business licence. Investment Promotion Criteria Regulations set requirements for each industry and sub-industry eligible for promotion. The Board considers the business plan, the viability of [...]
Notary Public in Thailand
In many countries, a notary public is an official who is licensed by the government to authenticate signatures or documents, and witness affidavits or statements of persons under oath. In general, a Thailand notary public has no authority to act when not in the jurisdiction of the government where the notary is licensed. Notarization of [...]
Visas at the US Embassy in Thailand
The United States Embassy in Thailand, located at 120/22 Wireless Road in Bangkok, is one of the largest embassies in the world. Kristie A. Kenney is the current Ambassador. Among other functions, the Embassy processes US visa applications. The Visa Section at the US Embassy Thailand serves foreigners who would like to enter the the [...]
How to Start a Business in Thailand
If you want to start a business in Thailand, you can set up your business in a number of ways. If you have an international business, you may wish to set up a Thai branch office, Thai representative office or Thai regional office to take advantage of local business opportunities and possible tax advantages. Sole [...]