Let’s be honest—Thailand is not the easiest country for employing foreigners from a legal standpoint. Not every company can afford the “luxury” of hiring a foreign employee. In addition to restrictions on professions, workplace location, and minimum salary requirements, there are several conditions that must be met in order to legally employ a foreigner. However, …
On December 7, 2017, the Investeast agency held the first event of the season — a seminar titled “Business Ideas for Thailand.” The seminar took place in a productive and welcoming atmosphere, with more than 30 guests in attendance, including both experienced professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs. The event was divided into several parts: a legal …
Visas in Thailand have always raised many questions—what type to choose to minimize hassle while maximizing the duration of stay. The answer, however, is simple: you need a visa that fully matches the purpose of your stay and will not raise concerns from the immigration authorities. A two-week trip, a long vacation for one or …
Investments in Property with Guaranteed Rental Income Offers to purchase real estate—typically in new developments—with guaranteed rental returns (usually 7–10% per annum) are becoming increasingly popular. A 10% annual return is considered very high for Thailand and is difficult to achieve independently or through an agency. Is there a catch, and what does it involve? …
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Buying a Condominium as a Real Estate Investment Real estate in Thailand is a primary area of activity for investors of all nationalities and investment sizes. What makes resort property so attractive? There are two main factors influencing the decision to purchase a condominium: first, the opportunity to spend holidays in Thailand in your own …
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The Thai government has decided to maintain the value-added tax (VAT) rate at 7% for another year. This regulation will remain in effect until September 29, 2018. For reference, VAT was introduced in Thailand in 1992 at a rate of 10%, but was later reduced to 7% at the request of the business community and …
Yesterday, an event organized by the Board of Investment (BOI) took place, where Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha delivered a speech. During his address, he encouraged both local and foreign investors to invest more actively in targeted sectors of the economy. In turn, the government is developing a range of measures aimed at supporting and incentivizing …
On February 3, 2017, another meeting took place between Thailand Elite and the consulting agency Invest East. During the meeting, the President of Thailand Elite, Pruet Boobphakam, and Development Director Alexandra Agapitova discussed the key issues faced by Thailand Elite cardholders, as well as the club’s development priorities and ways to improve the level of …
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I’m not going to tell anyone what kind of business to start or in which city. And I’m certainly not here to promote Pattaya. Every location has its pros and cons, and the specifics of the business should always come first. However, when it comes to company registration, obtaining a work permit, and a business …
We have compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding the application and use of the Thailand Elite visa. If you cannot find the answer to your question, please contact us in any convenient way. You can ознакомиться с descriptions and pricing of different Thailand Elite membership options via the provided link. 1. Application …
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