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…
Properties in Thailand do not serve only as investment assets but also as residences and business premises, attracting both locals and foreigners. While Thai law still restricts foreigners from owning certain estates in Thailand, ownership is not the sole means of leveraging property in Thailand. Thai legal framework offers various alternatives for individuals, including foreigners,…
Thailand Elite Visa Membership Packages Set to Transform The current Thailand Elite Visa membership packages are due to be discontinued in their current form. To adapt to the global economic landscape, a new suite of offerings will be made in October 2023. This move reflects the intent to modernize and cater to a diverse client…
Setting up a second residence in Thailand has become a popular option for many high-net-worth individuals looking for a safe, stable, and convenient location to reside. With its favorable climate, world-class healthcare system, and vibrant culture, Thailand offers a unique and appealing lifestyle for those seeking a second home. However, before making the decision to…
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Thailand’s cabinet approved tax measures that will benefit property purchases in 2023. Land and property tax were reduced, along with some registration fees being cut.
As part of the steady economic recovery from the COVID-19 crisis, Thailand is gradually attracting tourists back into the country. Due to the increased number of visitors, short-term rentals through platforms such as Airbnb, including daily rentals, are in high demand
When the owner of residential property changes, the last step after the visit to the land office and the receipt of the money is crucial: the handover of the keys; after this, the previous owner moves out, and the buyer moves in. At this point, all documents are handed over, a joint tour of the house is made, and meter readings and defects are noted. It makes sense to draw up a protocol for the handover of possession so that the sale of the house does not have any repercussions. We have summarized what you should pay attention to in the house handover protocol.
The Thai government recently announced that they are making some changes to the Long-Term Resident Visa (“LTR”) requirements intending to attract more foreign residents to come to Thailand. Kindly note that although the Thai cabinet and the Board of Investment (BOI) approve of this new LTR visa, there still has not been any official announcement…
the Thailand Privilege Card’s new “Flexible Plus Program”
This program gives high-income foreigners a work visa and other benefits to stay and invest in Thailand.
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