Advisory Services
Comprehensive support for Board of Investment applications, regulatory compliance, and investment zone planning in Thailand.
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We provide structured guidance through Thailand's investment promotion frameworks with emphasis on thorough documentation preparation, realistic timeline planning, and ongoing compliance support.
Initial Assessment
Review of business activities against BOI eligibility criteria and regulatory requirements. Discussion of investment objectives and timeline expectations.
Documentation Development
Business plan preparation aligned with evaluation criteria. Investment budget structuring and supporting documentation compilation with attention to completeness.
Implementation Support
Application submission coordination and post-approval compliance setup. Ongoing assistance with privilege maintenance and reporting requirements.
Service Options
BOI Investment Promotion Application
Complete support for Board of Investment promotion applications covering eligible activity identification under the current investment promotion strategy, application form preparation, business plan development aligned with BOI evaluation criteria, project timeline and investment budget structuring, and submission coordination. Includes pre-application consultations with BOI officers and post-approval compliance setup covering machine import duty privileges, corporate income tax incentives, and foreign worker quota management. Appropriate for domestic and foreign investors establishing promoted activities in Thailand.
Key Components
- Eligibility assessment under promotion categories
- Business plan aligned with BOI criteria
- Investment budget documentation
- Pre-submission BOI consultation
- Application submission coordination
- Post-approval compliance setup
Typical Timeline
Documentation development: 3-6 weeks. BOI review after submission: 3-6 months. Post-approval setup: 2-4 weeks.
Investment Range
฿28,000 - ฿42,000
Foreign Business Act Compliance
Advisory on Foreign Business Act B.E. 2542 requirements covering restricted business activity analysis across Lists 1, 2, and 3, foreign business license application procedures, treaty-based exemption assessment including US Treaty of Amity and applicable bilateral agreements, and Thai-majority ownership structuring where appropriate. Includes compliance audit for existing foreign-held companies and ongoing compliance monitoring. Designed for foreign entrepreneurs and corporations establishing or restructuring their Thai business presence to meet regulatory requirements.
Scope of Service
- Restricted activity analysis (Lists 1-3)
- Foreign business license preparation
- Treaty exemption evaluation
- Ownership structure guidance
- Compliance audit for existing entities
- Ongoing monitoring support
Engagement Duration
Initial assessment: 1-2 weeks. License application: 4-8 weeks. Ongoing monitoring available on retainer basis.
Investment Range
฿15,000 - ฿30,000
Investment Incentive Zone Advisory
Specialized advisory on geographically-based investment incentives covering Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) privileges, special economic zone benefits, and provincial investment promotion enhancements. Includes zone selection analysis based on business activities and target industries, enhanced incentive application procedures for zone-specific benefits, land lease coordination in designated zones, and customs-free zone operational guidance. Appropriate for manufacturers, technology companies, and infrastructure developers considering location-based investment in Thailand.
Advisory Coverage
- Zone selection analysis by sector
- EEC privilege application support
- Special economic zone benefits
- Land lease coordination
- Customs-free zone procedures
- Provincial incentive assessment
Process Timeline
Zone analysis: 2-3 weeks. Enhanced incentive application: 6-10 weeks. Land coordination varies by location.
Investment Range
฿18,000 - ฿35,000
Service Comparison
Understanding which advisory service best matches your investment planning requirements.
| Feature | BOI Application | FBA Compliance | Zone Advisory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best For | Investors seeking tax incentives and duty privileges | Foreign entities establishing Thai operations | Location-sensitive manufacturing or tech projects |
| Primary Benefit | Corporate income tax exemptions | Regulatory compliance assurance | Enhanced incentive packages |
| Timeline | 3-6 months | 4-8 weeks | 6-10 weeks |
| Post-Service Support | |||
| Documentation Required | Extensive business plan | Corporate structure details | Business activity specifications |
Recommended for Manufacturers
BOI Application + Zone Advisory for maximum incentive access
Recommended for Service Companies
FBA Compliance to ensure proper business structure
Recommended for Tech Firms
BOI Application + Zone Advisory for EEC benefits
Professional Standards
Confidentiality
Strict protection of client business information through secure document handling and limited access protocols.
Quality Assurance
Multiple review stages for application materials to ensure accuracy and completeness before submission.
Communication
Regular status updates and clear explanation of procedures throughout advisory engagements.
Regulatory Currency
Ongoing monitoring of BOI policy updates and Foreign Business Act amendments to maintain current guidance.
Professional Network
Established relationships with BOI officers and regulatory authorities to support application coordination.
Compliance Support
Post-approval assistance to help clients maintain promotional privileges and meet reporting requirements.
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