Company Registration in Thailand
Set up a private limited company or limited partnership with clear guidance on structure, documents and what to do after registration.
COMPANY REGISTRATION
Start Your Business on the Right Footing
Choosing the right legal form and preparing documents correctly saves time and avoids costly corrections later. We guide you through each step with the Department of Business Development (DBD) and explain your accounting and tax obligations from day one.
Who This Service Is For
✓ First-time founders setting up a private limited company
✓ Owners moving from a sole proprietorship to a company
✓ Small teams forming a limited partnership
✓ Businesses that want VAT and accounting planned from day one
What We Handle
✓ Choosing the legal form and checking the company name
✓ Preparing the memorandum, registration forms and documents
✓ Filing with the DBD and obtaining your registration documents
✓ Guidance on VAT, bookkeeping and first-year filings
BEFORE YOU START
Requirements and Documents
Fees depend on your structure and registered capital. Contact us for a quote.
Documents We Will Ask For
We confirm the exact list for your case.
✓ Copies of ID cards or passports of promoters, partners and directors
✓ Two or three proposed names, which we check for availability
✓ Head office address and a simple location map
✓ Business objectives and registered capital
✓ Shareholder or partner details and capital contributions
How Registration Works
Three clear steps from first call to registration documents.
1. Consultation
We discuss your plans and recommend the right legal form, capital and shareholder structure.
2. Documents
We prepare the registration forms and tell you exactly what to sign and provide.
3. Registration & Next Steps
We file with the DBD and walk you through VAT, bookkeeping and first-year obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people do I need to start a company?
A private limited company needs at least two promoters. A limited partnership needs at least two partners, including at least one unlimited-liability partner who manages the partnership.
How long does registration take?
Once the documents are complete and signed, the DBD can usually process a straightforward registration on the same day. Most of the time goes into agreeing the structure and preparing documents, which we help you do quickly.
What must the company do after registration?
The company must keep accounts from the registration date, appoint a qualified bookkeeper, hold its first shareholders’ meeting within six months and have its annual financial statements audited. We explain each step and can support you through our accounting and audit services.
Do I need to register for VAT?
It depends on your business activities and turnover. We review your plans and advise whether and when VAT registration is needed.
Further reading: How to plan tax for a growing company in Thailand