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Can I obtain a long stay visa in Thailand through shared business ownership with a Thai partner?

Thai Visa Business Investment Visa Shared Business Ownership Long Stay Visa Legal Considerations in Thailand

Aug 10, 2021

5 years ago

Bryn ********

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Anyone with experience sharing a business with someone Thai? As it relates to visa’s, is it possible to get a long stay visa on a business investment? Is it a legal challenge for the shared ownership?

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The inquiry discusses the experiences of individuals considering shared business ownership with a Thai national in relation to visa options, specifically long stay visas available for business investment. Comments suggest skepticism about the feasibility and recommend alternatives like the Elite visa for easier processing.

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5 years ago

Ben ********

Don’t do it. Elite visa almost always is cheaper in the end. And low hassle.

5 years ago

Sam *********

Elite visa offers no option to retain a work permit or start a business. It’s nothing more than a long term glorified tourist visa and kind of rip off in my own opinion

5 years ago

Ben ********

@Sam ********

it sounds like this person‘s customers are all international and the work is remote, so why bother with the hassle and ongoing cost of setting up a Thai corporation?

5 years ago

Phill ******

@Sam ********

, it can be converted to \a non b for a work permit .

5 years ago

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