Treaty of Amity : if you use the treaty of Amity to open a TikTok Shop agency, does the law against doing online commerce selling not apply in this case?
The wording of the Treaty of Amity is confusing. It says it removes standard restrictions on foreign nationals minus in the 4 prohibited categories.
None of those categories are e-commerce or influencer marketing related.
Basically we want to open a talent agency in partnership with TikTok Thailand (MCN) and I've already got the connects.
And can I sponsor my own work permit with the agency?
I won't need a Thai partner according to the treaty
TLDR : Answer Summary
The Treaty of Amity allows American citizens to operate a business in Thailand, giving them rights similar to Thai nationals. Since e-commerce and influencer marketing are not prohibited under this treaty, you may open a TikTok Shop agency without needing a Thai partner. You can also sponsor your own work permit through your agency, provided you meet Thai legal requirements, such as having a registered company with sufficient capital and Thai employees.