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Legal updates, practical guidance, and thought leadership from our team, covering the developments that matter to businesses operating in Thailand.
The Thailand Privilege Visa in 2026: Membership Tiers, Costs, and How It Compares
For foreigners who want to live in Thailand without the recurring paperwork of an annual retirement or business visa, and without meeting investment or income tests, the Thailand Privilege Visa remains the most straightforward route. It is, in essence, a paid membership that comes bundled with a long-stay visa and a concierge service.
Thailand's Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa After the 2025 Reforms: Who Now Qualifies
This article sets out who qualifies for the LTR visa today, what the visa offers, and what applicants should prepare.
Thailand's 1 July Compliance Wall: Three Obligations Land on the Same Day, Two More Follow
Three significant regulatory changes take effect in Thailand on 1 July B.E. 2569 (2026), and two further obligations follow within weeks. If your company is listed, is about to incorporate a subsidiary, sits in an insurance group, or employs foreign staff, at least one of these reaches you. None is individually dramatic. The risk is that they arrive close together, each owned by a different team, and a date is missed because no single person was watching the whole calendar. Here is what changes,
Thailand Approves Major Overhaul of Visa Exemption and Visa on Arrival Regime
On 19 May 2026, Thailand's Cabinet approved a substantial overhaul of the country's visa exemption and Visa on Arrival regime.
What the 19 May Cabinet Means for Manufacturers, Employers, and Exporters
If your group runs manufacturing or food-processing in Ayutthaya, employs skilled trades, sits in a French-linked supply chain, exports seafood, or holds Thai government construction contracts, the Thai Cabinet's 19 May session is likely to touch your operations. Five developments to review.
EU Adopts Visa Cascade for Thailand: Schengen Multi-Entry Visas of Up to Five Years for Eligible Thai Citizens
On 17 May 2026, the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that the European Commission has adopted the Visa Cascade regime for Thai citizens, opening the way for Thai nationals to obtain Schengen multi-entry visas valid for up to five years based on prior travel history. This client alert explains the tiered cascade structure, eligibility criteria, and the practical implications for Thai business travellers, families, and corporates with EU-bound personnel.
Two Legal Questions Shaping Foreign Investment in Thailand's Automotive Sector in 2026
For multinational automotive groups, Tier 1 suppliers, and EV-sector entrants planning Thailand operations in 2026, the convergence of the Board of Investment's EV3.5 incentive package and Thailand's skilled-talent immigration framework raises two legal questions worth a structured review.
Thailand LTR Visa: A Complete Guide for Foreign Professionals
The Long-Term Resident Visa programme offers qualifying foreign nationals a 10-year stay with streamlined work authorisation. As a BOI Certified Agency, we break down the eligibility categories, required documents, and application process.