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19
Sep
2018

How to obtain a driving license in Thailand

Foreigners who reside in Thailand and want to drive a car or motorcycle in Thailand should apply for a Thai driving license. The Thai driving license is essential since the international driving permit is not valid for driving in the country of residence. The purpose of an international driving permit is to translate the domestic driving license, certify the validity of the driving license in the country of residence, indicate the categories of motor vehicles that are covered by the driving license and improve the road safety worldwide.

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10
Sep
2018

New Regulations on the Employment of Foreigners

In March 2018 the Thai cabinet approved the amendments to the Royal Ordinance on the Management of Foreign Workers Employment B.E. 2560 (2017). The amendments were published on March 27, 2018 in the Royal Gazette and are known as the Royal Decree on Managing the Work of Foreigners (No. 2) B.E. 2561 (the “Decree”).

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27
Aug
2018

Authentication of Certified Documents

In certain cases when a certified document is used in another country, a supplementary authentication of such certified document may be required.

Such supplementary authentication is an additional certification that is usually issued by courts of the country from which the document originates. It is an internationally recognized confirmation that the certification of the document is genuine. As a result, the certified and then authenticated document may be used abroad.

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06
Jul
2018

Permanent Residence Permit in Thailand

Holding a permit for permanent residency in Thailand has many benefits. A person with a permanent resident status can live permanently in Thailand without the need for a periodic stay extension. The permanent residence permit is the first step to become a naturalized citizen of Thailand. It entitles the non-Thai family members of the permanent resident to apply for such status as well.

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26
Jun
2018

Hua Hin Court rules on Airbnb in Thailand

A court in Hua Hin, Prachuap Kirikan Province, has decided that Airbnb is illegal in Thailand, and thereby added to the uncertainty connected with the use of this very popular app.

Airbnb is a US-American company founded in 2008. It operates in the hospitality field and offers an online marketplace for individuals to rent or lease out their accommodation on a short-term basis.

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15
Jun
2018

New Fees for Business Registration

The former process of business registration was considered as complex and unclear. The new regulation enhances the system and brings benefits to the applicant. It helps to save costs and strengthen the competitiveness. The additional possibility of e-Registration provides savings up to 30%, it saves time and is an easy method to register the new business.

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01
Jun
2018

New Data Protection Laws in Europe – GDPR

Effective since May 25th the new law on Data Protection “GDPR” improves consumer rights. But whom does it affect, what are the effects and how to comply with the new regulation?

GDPR was already approved in April 2016 by the EU Parliament after an extended period of preparation. It replaces the Data Protection Directive 95/46/EC and includes heavy fines for those, who do not comply with the new data protection standards.

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07
May
2018

We are hiring!

We are looking for an Accountant to support the business in the effective contribution towards the monthly, quarterly and annual accounts, ensuring that accurate records are maintained. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking law firm and to work as part of a small and dynamic team.

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02
May
2018

Seminar on BOI Promotion for Tech Businesses, Bangkok, 14 June 2018

FRANK Legal & Tax will be holding another of our regular free events, designed to support the business community in Bangkok.

The upcoming event will provide an opportunity to explore the Board of Investment (BOI) promotion related to the tech industry in Thailand. We will be starting with a big-picture view of foreign business licensing in Thailand. This will be followed by insights into the various BOI categories that are relevant to IT, software development and tech business. In addition, Partner Fabian Doppler will briefly discuss the legal process for start-ups in Thailand.

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