Streamline Cross-Border Estate Planning with Separate Wills for Each Jurisdiction For individuals with assets spread across multiple countries, estate planning can become a complex process, especially when considering how different jurisdictions handle wills and probate. If this situation applies to you or your clients, it may be beneficial to consider drafting separate wills for each…
Understanding the importance of a Tax Identification Number (TIN) for foreigners in Thailand, including requirements, exemptions, and legal implications. Foreigners who are required to pay taxes in Thailand must obtain a Tax Identification Number (TIN) to comply with local tax regulations. This obligation applies to both individuals and legal entities earning income in Thailand through…
New Regulation on Condominium Reservation Contracts in Thailand On October 3, 2024, the Contract Committee of Thailand’s Office of the Consumer Protection Board published a new regulation that prescribes the form of reservation contracts for selling condominium units. Known as the Notification Prescribing the Business of Selling Condominium Units Through Reservations as a Contract-Controlled Business…
Celebrating Our Recognition as a Legal Influencer We are excited to announce that FRANK Legal & Tax has been acknowledged as a Leading Firm in the Lexology Legal Influencers Q3 2024 for Future of Legal Services in Asia Pacific. Additionally, Mr. Fabian Doppler, our Managing Partner, has been recognized as a Leading Author in the…
Mandating registered offices for foreign e-commerce operators and implementing new regulations aim to promote fair competition and enhance market integrity. Thailand is set to implement new regulations requiring foreign e-commerce operators to establish registered offices within the country under the forthcoming digital platform service law. This move, announced by the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA),…
Gain valuable insights and expert guidance on obtaining Thailand’s Long-Term Resident Visa at our upcoming workshop in Phuket on November 29, 2024 FRANK Legal & Tax is pleased to announce that we’ll be hosting an in-depth workshop on the Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa in the scenic island of Phuket on November 29, 2024. This event…
Comprehensive Legal Support for Real Estate Disputes: From Strategic Advice to In-Court Representation At FRANK Legal & Tax, we are committed to providing a full range of legal services to our clients in Thailand. This article offers insight into how we can assist with real estate disputes and litigation, a key area of our expertise. …
A New Fund Launches to Propel High-Tech Startups in Thailand Toward a Future of Innovation Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) has introduced a new initiative aimed at fostering high-growth startups within targeted industries. The “Matching Fund” is set to provide financial support of up to 50 million baht per startup, reinforcing Thailand’s commitment to advancing…
Thai Citizenship Made Clear: Key Steps and Legal Requirements for a Successful Application Applying for Thai citizenship involves meeting a set of stringent criteria designed to ensure applicants’ good integration into Thai society. The Nationality Act BE 2551 (2008) mainly governs Thai citizenship and provides three main routes to acquire it: The following will focus…
Thailand Launches New Incentives to Attract Hybrid Vehicle Manufacturers Thailand is currently hosting global carmakers like Toyota and Honda, now introducing new investment incentives for manufacturers of hybrid vehicles. Announced by the Board of Investment (BOI) on Friday, these measures include lowering excise taxes for hybrids from 2028 to 2032, aiming to enhance Thailand’s competitiveness…
The new DTV Visa allows remote workers and participants in cultural activities to stay in Thailand for up to 180 days per entry, with a 5-year validity. As of July 15, 2024, the Thai government has officially launched the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), aimed at individuals seeking to combine work and travel (“workcation”) in Thailand….
New 10-year visa aims to attract top talent and foster growth in targeted industries within Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor In order to enhance Thailand’s economic landscape, the cabinet has approved a special 10-year visa tailored for executives and experts working within the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC). As we have discussed earlier, the initiative aims to attract specialists in targeted…
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