Business licenses services
Operation of business in Phuket may require a license or permit. Some may need a general license, but some businesses require a special one. We help clients with new requests and extensions, both general and special ones, including BOI certificates, Thai LLC formation and secretarial, risk management, intellectual property registration and contract validation.
Which Business license do you need?
It depends on the business category, which is based on the rules and regulations of the business house. Some businesses regulated activities requiring specific permission. Excludes the BOI, below are the most forms of business licenses often seen in Phuket;
Alcohol license
Cannabis License
Construction license
E-commerce license
Factory license
Food and Beverage license
Hotel license
Marina license
Massage and Spa
Publishing license
Restaurant and bar
School license
TAT tourism
How long does it take?
Some licenses, such as Restaurants and bars, can apply to a local government agency. But some, such as FDA, must apply to the ministry’s office. And some may review and approve by multiple government agencies, such as the Marina license. Some requests take a few days to complete, such as an e-commerce or cannabis license. Some may take months, such as TAT tourism.
How much does it cost?
The minimum service fee is 15,000 THB for each license.
RESPONSIBILITY
After a license, you must follow the rules and regulations defined by each permission to retain the consent. You may contact us with a description of your business. We can provide a quick guideline for a company you need. For further information. See business law services.
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