FAQs

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DD Law and Legal Business Consultant FAQ

Power of Attorney

The validity depends on the terms specified in the document but must be within the legal timeframe and updated if required.

PoAs can cover property transactions, legal representation, banking, visa matters, or other specific authorizations.

Yes, if it will be used in Thailand, the document must be in Thai or in a bilingual format to be accepted by local authorities.

No. You can appoint a representative and sign the PoA from abroad, but it must be properly notarized and legalized for use in Thailand.

Yes, a Power of Attorney can be revoked at any time by issuing a formal revocation notice through legal channels.

Notarial Services

A Thai lawyer certified by the Lawyers Council of Thailand to verify documents, witness signatures, and certify legal declarations.

Yes, when prepared properly and often combined with a legalization or apostille process if needed.

Affidavits, power of attorney, contracts, declarations, and legal translations for use abroad.

Yes, in most cases the signatory must appear in person to sign in front of the notarial attorney.

Yes, we notarize both Thai and English documents. Translation may be required for use with Thai government agencies.

Certified Legal Translations

Yes, we handle contracts, court rulings, licenses, powers of attorney, and more.

It must be completed by a certified translator and may be notarized or reviewed by a licensed lawyer.

Most translations are completed within 1–3 business days, depending on document length and language pair.

We provide Thai-English, plus German, French, Russian, and Chinese via certified translators.

Yes, translations of foreign documents must be certified to be accepted by Thai immigration offices.

Legal Due Diligence & Contract Review

Yes, we draft bilingual contracts that are legally compliant and clearly understood by all parties.

Absolutely. Verifying the landlord’s right to lease the property is crucial to avoid future disputes.

For real estate, typically 5–10 business days; for corporate transactions, it may take longer depending on complexity.

Thai contracts may contain legal obligations that are unfamiliar to foreigners. A review ensures your rights are protected.

It includes verification of title deeds, land use rights, zoning compliance, and any legal encumbrances.

Company Incorporation & Corporate Legal Services

A Thai Limited Company is the most commonly used legal structure for foreign-owned businesses.

Yes, in specific cases such as BOI-promoted businesses or US Treaty of Amity companies. Otherwise, Thai majority is required.

Copies of passports/IDs, shareholder agreements, address verification, and company name approval, among others.

A minimum of three shareholders is required to establish a Thai Limited Company.

Yes, we provide annual filings, tax registration, accounting setup, and legal compliance services.

Work Permit Applications

No, your spouse must have their own work permit and proper visa to work legally in Thailand.

Any foreigner who intends to work in Thailand, even on a volunteer basis, must hold a valid work permit.

On average, 7–10 business days, assuming all documents are in order and your sponsoring company qualifies.

Your current work permit becomes invalid. A new work permit must be issued under your new employer.

No, a work permit cannot be issued if you are in Thailand on a tourist visa. You must first switch to a valid Non-Immigrant visa.

Visa Services

In most cases, you will need to leave Thailand and apply from a Thai embassy abroad.

Non-Immigrant B is for business/employment; O is typically for retirement, marriage, or visiting family.

Yes, we handle all aspects of visa compliance, including re-entry permits and mandatory 90-day check-ins.

Company registration, tax ID, invitation letter, and employment contract are typically required, among others.

Yes. We help with Non-B, O, and ED visa extensions and provide compliance advice for 90-day reporting.

Estate Planning – Wills & Testament

Only if it is translated into Thai and complies with Thai legal requirements for execution and witnessing.

Yes. Thai courts may not recognize foreign wills unless translated and properly legalized.

Thai intestacy law applies, and assets will be distributed to legal heirs as defined by statute.

We offer secure storage at our office, and can also register the will with a district office for safekeeping.

While possible, it’s generally advisable to have separate wills for different jurisdictions.

Litigation & Legal Representation

It depends on the case type, but most civil cases take 6 months to 2 years through the first trial.

Yes. Most decisions can be appealed to a higher court within a prescribed legal timeframe.

Yes, Thailand encourages pre-trial mediation in both civil and family disputes.

All proceedings are conducted in Thai. We offer full legal translation and representation services.

Yes. Foreigners have full rights to file civil, commercial, or criminal cases in Thailand.