Author: Chiang Mai Solicitor
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US-Thai Treaty of Amity
The Treaty of Amity allows American citizens and businesses incorporated in the US, or majority-owned by American citizens to operate companies in Thailand. These companies receive national treatment and are exempt from most of the restrictions imposed by the Foreign Business Act. A company wishing to be protected by the US-Thai Treaty of Amity must…
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How to Register a Thai Limited Company
If you’re looking for help forming a Thai limited company, you can count on our team to help. We’ll guide you through the steps of reserving a company name, conducting a statutory meeting, and filing for registration. We’ll also help you prepare and file the company’s constitutive documents and apply for any needed sector-specific licenses.…
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Retirement Visa Requirements in Thailand
Thailand, with its vibrant culture, beautiful landscapes, and warm climate, has become a popular retirement destination for individuals seeking a peaceful and fulfilling post-work life. To facilitate this, the Thai government offers a retirement visa program, formally known as the Non-Immigrant O-A Visa. This article will delve into the essential requirements for obtaining a retirement…
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Marriage in Thailand
Thai marriage can be a lovely and culturally fascinating experience. To make the marriage legally binding, however, a number of conditions must be satisfied. The general procedures for getting married in Thailand are as follows: 1. Obtain a Certificate of No Impediment (CNI) or an Affirmation of Freedom to Marry from your embassy or consulate…
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Spouse Visa in Thailand
If you are married to a Thai citizen and wish to live with your spouse in Thailand for an extended period, you may be eligible to apply for a spouse visa, which is also known as a “Non-Immigrant O Visa”. Here are the general steps for obtaining a spouse visa in Thailand: Gather the required…
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Process of Elite Visa in Thailand
Thailand offers a few different types of visas for foreigners looking to stay in the country long-term, including an “elite” visa program which is aimed at high-net-worth individuals who wish to stay in Thailand for extended periods of time. Here is an overview of the process for obtaining an elite visa in Thailand: Determine which…
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Drafting Prenuptial Agreement in Thailand
Drafting a prenuptial agreement in Thailand is not a complicated procedure but you should still consult a lawyer with experience in this field. In Thailand, prenuptial agreements are governed by Sections 1465 to 1469 of the Civil and Commercial Code, which addresses how the parties’ assets will be handled during the marriage and divided in…
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Filing a Divorce in Chiang Mai Thailand
If you and your partner have decided to separate, you need to file for a divorce in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Before you file, you need to work out all the details of your marriage. The Thai court will take the lead in deciding the custody of any children, child support, and individual property. It will…
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Marriage Visa in Thailand
If you are married to a Thai then you can apply for a marriage visa for Thailand and can extend this visa for a year once in the country. Here is what would be needed from you and what the procedures are. Speak to us today about your marriage registration and Thai visa application in…
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Tourist Visa for Thailand
If you are looking at visiting Chiang Mai or Thailand then speak to a solicitor in Chiang Mai about applying for a tourist visa for Thailand. This is the easier visa to obtain compared to the others. The tourist visa for Thailand is the most used visa in Thailand. This was created to allow you to…