FRANK Legal & Tax joined the Banyan Tree Residences Showcase 2025 to share legal insights on real estate transactions for foreign investors in Thailand. At the Banyan Tree Residences Showcase 2025, our Managing Partner revealed how legal expertise can prevent delays and protect foreign investments in Thailand’s real estate market. Property Insights and High-Value Networking…
New Emergency Decree Sharpens Thailand’s Legal Response to Technological Crimes in 2025 Thailand has taken a step forward in addressing the rising challenges of technological crimes, including phone and electronic scams. On April 12, 2025, the government published amendments to the Emergency Decree on Measures for the Prevention and Suppression of Technological Crimes in the…
Thailand Enforces Stricter Oversight on Foreign Crypto Platforms to Protect Investors The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Thailand has introduced stricter measures to regulate foreign digital asset platforms targeting Thai investors. This move follows the implementation of the Emergency Decree on Digital Asset Businesses (No. 2) B.E. 2568 (2025) (Digital Asset Business Law) and…
Thailand Launches Mandatory Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) for Foreign Travelers Starting May 2025 Effective May 1, 2025, Thailand will officially launch the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), a new requirement for all foreign nationals entering the country. This initiative replaces the paper-based TM6 arrival card, in an attempt to modernize the nation’s immigration procedures. The…
Real Estate Deals with Cryptocurrency As Thailand’s real estate market continues to attract both local and international investors, the rise of cryptocurrency has introduced an innovative payment option for property purchases. Leading developers like Sansiri, Origin Property, and Ananda Development have actively pursued solutions to enable cryptocurrency payments for Thai condominiums. However, while demand for…
Overview of Mergers and Their Importance Mergers represent a fundamental aspect of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and have become increasingly important for corporate restructuring and growth strategies in Thailand. The process involves the combination of two or more companies into a single entity, with the aim of enhancing operational efficiency, expanding market presence, and strengthening…
Thailand Faces Economic Pressure as U.S. Imposes 37% Tariffs, Threatening Key Export Sectors The United States has rolled out sweeping tariff hikes, impacting Thailand’s $63.3 billion export market. Effective April 5, a 10% baseline tariff applies to all Thai goods entering the U.S., followed by a 37% “reciprocal” rate on April 9. This is a…
A Deep Dive into German Corporate Law On 23rd March 2025, Fabian Doppler, Managing Partner of FRANK Legal & Tax, delivered a guest lecture at the NIDA (National Institute of Development Administration, Thailand on German Corporate Law. As the sole lecturer, Mr. Doppler provided post-graduate students with a comprehensive overview of the historical evolution of…
(Part 2 of a 4-Part Series on M&A Deals in Thailand) Essential Considerations for Asset Acquisitions in Thailand Asset Acquisition Process and Key Considerations When pursuing mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in Thailand, one commonly adopted approach is the acquisition of assets from the target company. Unlike a share acquisition, which involves purchasing equity in the…
FRANK Legal & Tax’s Participation in Shanghai Conference Highlights Expertise in Cross-Border Investment and Market Entry into Thailand FRANK Legal & Tax has further solidified its presence in the Asia-Pacific region through a strategic visit to Shanghai. Managing Partner Fabian Doppler engaged with leading Chinese business executives and investors, reinforcing the firm’s position as a…
Key Legal, Tax, and Compliance Considerations for Share Acquisitions in Thailand Acquiring shares in a target company is a common and effective method for executing mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in Thailand. This approach allows an investor or acquiring company to assume control of the target company by purchasing either a majority or the entirety of…
Thailand’s Minimum Wage Adjustment in 2025: Provincial Variations and Economic Impact On December 23, 2024, Thailand’s Minimum Wage Committee announced the adjustment of the minimum wage, effective January 1, 2025. This minimum wage varies by province and now ranges between 337 and 400 Baht per day. This adjustment benefits a total of 3,760,697 workers across…
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