Expand Across Asia with a Regional Office in Thailand
For international companies managing operations across multiple countries in Asia, Thailand is a strategic hub. Establishing a Regional Office allows your business to coordinate, support, and oversee affiliates in the region — all while benefiting from Thailand’s central location and developed infrastructure.
What is a Regional Office?
A Regional Office is a non-trading business structure in Thailand that enables foreign companies to manage, supervise, and provide services to branches, affiliates, or subsidiaries in the region. Like a Representative Office, a Regional Office is not allowed to earn income directly in Thailand, but it plays a vital role in corporate coordination.
Permitted Activities of a Regional Office
A Regional Office may carry out activities that support the head office and regional affiliates, such as:
- Business Coordination: Acting as a center for management, planning, and policy implementation in the region.
- Financial Management: Overseeing budgets and financial policies for regional operations.
- Training & Personnel Development: Providing training and HR support to affiliates.
- Research & Development: Conducting market research, data analysis, and technical support.
- Marketing & Promotion Support: Promoting head office products or services (without direct sales or revenue collection).
- Logistics & Administration: Coordinating regional supply chain and administrative support.
Key Conditions for Regional Office Registration
- Must be 100% foreign-owned.
- Prohibited from generating income, issuing invoices, or signing contracts on behalf of the head office.
- Funding must come entirely from the overseas head office.
Why Set Up a Regional Office in Thailand?
✅ Thailand’s prime location at the heart of ASEAN
✅ Full foreign ownership allowed
✅ Low operational risk — no corporate income tax on profits (since no revenue is generated)
✅ Ideal for overseeing operations in multiple Asian markets
✅ Strengthens presence while maintaining flexibility for future expansion
Our Legal Services for Regional Office Registration
At W Law International, we provide comprehensive legal assistance to ensure your Regional Office is established quickly and in full compliance with Thai law. Our services include:
- Feasibility consultation and eligibility assessment
- Drafting and preparation of all required applications and documents
- Filing with the Ministry of Commerce for Foreign Business Certificate issuance
- Legal representation throughout the approval process
- Post-registration compliance and advisory services
Take the Next Step in Your Regional Growth
A Regional Office in Thailand is the key to managing and expanding your business across Asia. With our expert legal team, the registration process is smooth, efficient, and worry-free.
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W Law and Real Estate International (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Tax ID No. 0105553119048
Bangkok Office: 989 Siam Piwat Tower 12A Floor, unit B1-B2, room no. 1252, Rama I Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok Metrpolis 10330
Phuket Office: 63/202 Moo 2 Royal Phuket Marina, Thepkasattri Road, Kohkaew, Muang Phuket, Phuket Province 83000
Pattaya Office: 666/66 Level 4 Convention Hall Brighton Grand Hotel Pattaya, Moo 5, Naklua, Banglamung, Chonburi Province 20150
Tel: (66) 02 648 5111 Fax: (66) 02 648 5001 Email: contact@w-lawthai.com