Certificate of Business Operation under the Treaty of Amity and Economic Relations between the Kingdom of Thailand and Australia
We help secure the Certificate of Business Operation under the Treaty of Amity with Australia, ensuring your business runs seamlessly and adheres to Thai regulatory requirements.
Thailand-Australia Free Trade Agreement
The Thailand-Australia Free Trade Agreement has been in effect since January 1, 2005, covering 18 service sectors. The agreement defines the level of shareholding that Australian investors can hold in businesses, which are divided into two categories:
1. Businesses that require a certificate of business operation
These businesses allow Australian investors to hold more than 50% of shares, including:
1.1) Mining (Account Two, Category 3(4))
1.2) Construction (Account Three, (10))
1.3) Hotel operations (Account Three, (17))
1.4) Food and beverage sales (Account Three, (19))
1.5) Service businesses (Account Three, (21))
2. Businesses that do not require a certificate of business operation
For these businesses, Australian investors can hold shares, but the company must be a Thai legal entity, including:
2.1) Retail trade (Account Three, (14))
2.2) Wholesale trade (Account Three, (15))
2.3) Service businesses (Account Three, (21))
If you are interested in obtaining a certificate under the Thailand-Australia Free Trade Agreement