• Many organizations publish business handbooks covering important topics like business registration, work permit requirements, etc. These books are available at book stores (like Asia Books or Duang Kamol) or can be purchased directly from the companies. Two good business manuals are produced by law firms: "Thailand Business Basics" by Tilleke & Gibbins (Fax: 254-4302) and "Thailand Business Legal Handbook" by International Legal Counselors Thailand (Fax: 679-6041).
• The Royal Thai Government’s Board of Investment (BOI) promotes selected industries by offering a range of investment incentives such as tax holidays and exemptions from import duties. Even if your business does not qualify for BOI benefits, the BOI publications are worthwhile publications. They include a broad range of BOI essential information on investment specifics such as the cost of labor, communication, or factory setup. Their research reports provide overview information such as the current investment climate in Thailand and growth prospects in specific industries.

Contact Information :
U.S. Commercial Service
Diethelm Tower A, 3rd Floor, Suite 304
93/1 Wireless Road
Bangkok, 10330, Thailand
Tel: (662) 255-4365, Fax: (662) 255-2915
E-mail: office.bangkok@mail.doc.gov
Website: www.csbangkok.or.th

Office of the Board of Investment
555 Vipavadee Rangsit Road
Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
Tel: (662) 537-8111, Fax: (662) 537-8177
Website: www.boi.go.th

American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand
7th Floor, Kian Gwan Building
140 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330
Tel: (662) 251-9266/7, Fax: (662) 255-2454
Website: www.amcham-th.org

Disclaimer: Although the information in this report has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, we do not guarantee its accuracy and such information may be incomplete or condensed. Please seek professional advice for more specific information.