26/08/2026
🚨 POLICE WARNING: Invest in Thailand Legally — Say NO to Illegal “Nominee” Arrangements
Thailand warmly welcomes foreign investment, but all business operations must comply strictly with Thai law. Using Thai nationals as "nominees" or establishing shell companies to disguise foreign ownership of land and prohibited businesses is illegal.
⚖️ Real Case Precedent (Hua Hin Provincial Court):
A foreign national was sentenced to 6 months imprisonment, and the juristic entity was fined 10,000 THB for using a nominee arrangement to unlawfully acquire real estate.
📌 Key Compliance Guidelines for Foreign Investors:
Do It Right: Register your business entity transparently through the Department of Business Development (DBD).
Obtain Proper Licenses: Apply for a Foreign Business License (FBL/FBC) or apply for Board of Investment (BOI) / EEC privileges for up to 100% legal foreign ownership.
Avoid Legal Pitfalls: Never sign shell company structures, utilize nominee shareholders, or conceal true funding sources.
📞 Report Suspicious Activities / Emergency: Contact your local police station or call the 191 Emergency Hotline (Available 24 Hours).
Short & Punchy Version (สำหรับโพสต์เน้นกระชับ/อ่านไว)
🚨 Investing in Thailand? Keep It 100% Legal.
Using Thai nominee shareholders or front companies to bypass foreign ownership laws is a criminal offense punishable by fines and imprisonment.
✅ The Right Way: Register with the DBD, secure your Foreign Business License (FBL), or explore BOI incentives.
❌ The Wrong Way: Using Thai nominees to hold restricted assets or land.
Protect your investments and stay on the right side of Thai law.
📞 24/7 Police Hotline: Call 1599 or contact your local police station.
