Thailand BOI Promotion — Our Specialty

BOI (Thailand Board of Investment) promotion is a government program that gives approved businesses major benefits: corporate income tax exemption up to 8 years (up to 13 with reductions), 100% foreign ownership, 0% import duty on machinery, land ownership rights, and fast-track visas and work permits.

BOI covers hundreds of promoted activities — software and technology, manufacturing, trade and investment support offices, regional headquarters, logistics and more. Eligibility depends on your activity, investment size and business plan. Send us a short description and we will check it for free.

Usually around 40–90 working days after submission, depending on project size. BBSC prepares the application, presents your project to BOI officers and follows up until approval — then handles post-approval steps like the e-Expert system, visas and machinery import.

Generally no — but BOI-promoted companies may own land for their business operations. Foreigners can also own condominium units (up to 49% of a building) and lease land for 30 years, renewable.

Yes. The main routes are BOI promotion, the US Treaty of Amity (for Americans), a Foreign Business License (FBL), and export manufacturing in IEAT free zones. Without one of these, foreigners can hold up to 49% of a Thai limited company. BBSC will recommend the best route for your business — the consultation is free.