Author Archive: Siam Legal International
Siam Legal is an international law firm with experienced lawyers, attorneys, and solicitors both in Thailand law and international law. This Thailand law firm offers comprehensive legal services in Thailand to both local and foreign clients for Litigation such as civil & criminal cases, labor disputes, commercial cases, divorce, adoption, extradition, fraud, and drug cases. Other legal expertise of the law firm varied in cases involving corporate law such as company registration & Thailand BOI, family law, property law, and private investigation.
What are Tenants’ Rights After an Earthquake?
The severe earthquake in Thailand on the 28th of March 2025 tragically led to the deaths of dozens of workers after the collapse of the State Audit Office building, but thankfully, this was the worst of it. However, homeowners and tenants across Thailand and especially in Bangkok have reported damage to their apartments, condos, and […]
Tax Exempt Once More: Rules On Taxation Of Foreign Income Into Thailand Revised Again
As of May 2025, the Thailand Revenue Department is preparing to draft legislation to revise the current tax collection on foreign income remitted to Thailand. The new rules will pertain to foreign income brought into Thailand and will help tax residents avoid having their foreign income taxed twice. Thailand’s New Draft Legislation for Tax Collection […]
New Law Makes Big Changes for Bangkok Pet Owners
If you live in Bangkok and own a pet, a new law by the Bangkok Metropolitan Authority (BMA) will soon change how you care for them and how many you can own. Starting January 10, 2026, city officials will start enforcing new rules aimed at controlling the stray animal problem, which means more paperwork, tighter […]
Maximizing Your Business Profits in Thailand With an Elite Visa
Working for a Thai company requires a specific kind of visa, but if your business in Thailand only involves investing, working remotely for a foreign company, or conducting business trips, technically, any visa will do. However, this does not mean that all options are good ones, as long-term stays in the country often entail having […]
Asian Airlines Changing Rules on Portable Batteries on Planes
In January 2025, a fire on an Air Busan plane before takeoff raised alarm bells in the region after initial investigations suggested a power bank might have been responsible. In response, several Asian airlines operating in Thailand have begun updating their policies on portable batteries to address safety concerns. What are the Updated Rules for […]
New Law to Deregulate the Film Industry in Thailand
Thailand is ready to change how films get made in the country. A new bill is working its way through parliament that will clear out old rules, cut delays, and make the process easier for both local and international productions. If approved, it would be the biggest shift in the Thai film industry in years […]
Thai Cabinet Agrees to Ease Foreign Business Ownership Restrictions
A common talking point among non-Thai entrepreneurs is that setting up a business in Thailand as a foreigner is restrictive, but that may be changing in 2025. The Thai cabinet has proposed lowering restrictions imposed on foreign-owned businesses by the Foreign Business Act (FBA). This was in response to feedback from the Law Reform Commission, […]
Thailand Tax Filing Deadline 2025
Tax season in Thailand is fast approaching, and you don’t want to miss the deadline, as it can lead to serious consequences. Whether you’re filing for the first time or have done it before, knowing the deadlines and penalties for late or missed filings is always important. Failing to submit your tax return on time […]
New Thai Health Insurance Co-Pay Rule Going Into Effect March 20th
A new co-payment rule for health insurance in Thailand is set to take effect on March 20, 2025. This updated policy will reshape how insurance providers cover medical expenses in the country by shifting more financial responsibility to policyholders in certain situations. What is the New Health Insurance Co-Pay Rule in Thailand? Most health insurance […]
Limited Alcohol Sales Now Permitted on Certain Thai Religious Holidays
To attract more tourists to Thailand, the Thai government has planned to permit alcohol to be sold temporarily on Thai Buddhist holidays in 2025. As recommended by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Committee, certain commercial venues and tourist attractions across Thailand will sell alcoholic beverages to foreigners and locals alike during these holidays. Which Thai Alcohol […]
