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Thai Government to "Improve Tax Collection Efficiency"?
The new Government is planning to restructure the Excise Tax System in order to increase taxes whereby it appears that a carbon tax will be added which in fact has proved to not work in other jurisdictions.
Issues Associated with Thai Companies Owning Houses?
Companies that are set up purely as a front to own property for a foreigner is against the law in Thailand but in some circumstances, whereby a married couple are involved for instance, a home could be owned by a company.
Criminals in Thailand: Beware the Lion Dancers
Law Enforcement in Thailand will go to great lengths to catch criminals as evidenced by a recent case whereby undercover police managed to successfully arrest a burglar by dressing as lion dancers.
Thai "Long-Stay" Visas "Secure Long-Term Residency"?
The long-stay visas which can be given upon purchase or rental of condos of a certain value, do not confer "Permanent Residence" but merely provide possibility of residing in Thailand on a one-year which is renewed annually.
Restricted Occupations and Real Estate in Thailand?
Long-stay visas based on condo purchase or rental prices are causing concern as foreigners could buy or rent multiple units and then rent them on short-term which is in violation of the restricted occupations.
"Too Easy for Foreigners to Acquire Property in Thailand"?
The long-stay visas for those who purchase or rent real estate at a certain price are causing concern to locals with regard to foreigners who could stay in Thailand for extended periods without any particular reason.
Any Thai "Long-Stay" Visa Celebrations May Be Premature?
Since October of 2025, a one-year long-stay visa is possible for foreigners who purchase or rent condos or real estate at a certain price, but as things could change, getting into this scheme early is a good idea.
"National Property Ownership Rules" for Condos in Thailand?
Under the Thai Condominium Act, foreigners can purchase a condo unit in Thailand as long as it complies with the law that states that foreign nationals can own no more than 49% of the total unit space in a given complex.
"Taking Thai Jobs" Only Part of the Immigration Analysis?
The issue of Immigration and the need for work authorization in Thailand does not only pertain to taking jobs away from Thai people, but also relates to national sovereignty which Thais take seriously.
"According to the Immigration Bureau" and Taking a Grain of Salt in Thailand?
Information given out by the Immigration Bureau regarding new visa or certain criteria etc. could be subject to change and should not be considered as set in stone.
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