Why Italian clients need Foreign Business License
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Italian clients pursuing "Boutique hospitality (Krabi/Phangan) + restaurant franchises" in Thailand typically need Foreign Business License before launching or buying.
Even without a special treaty, Italian clients use the Thailand-Italy DTT to avoid double taxation. We obtain the Certificate of Residence for you.
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Thailand â Italy Double Tax Treaty
Thailand has a DTT with Italy preventing double taxation on dividends, interest, royalties, rent and capital gains.
We obtain the Certificate of Residence (R.O.21/22) translated into Italian so you can file the credit with Italy tax authorities.
Corporate setup â DBD registration, business licences, signatory chains, full FBA compliance.
Documents & process for Italian clients
Passport + visa + Work Permit (if held) + Thai Tax ID.
Source-country business or income documents from Italy, translated to Thai + Apostille.
Workflow: 1) Free consult in Italian 2) Document audit 3) Petition/return preparation 4) Filing & follow-up 5) Monthly/quarterly summary report.
Fees & turnaround
Starting at quoted on request · 60â90.
Italian clients on a monthly retainer save 15â25% and receive a free Quarterly Tax Review.
Invoices issued in Italian so you can claim the deduction back home under the DTT.
FAQ
Do Italian nationals pay Thai tax if they stay under 180 days?
No â you are not a Thai tax resident. Only Thai-sourced income (e.g. rental from a Thai condo, salary from a Thai employer) is taxable.
What does Foreign Business License start at?
From quoted on request + 7% VAT â fixed quote before we start.
How long does it take?
60â90 at DBD once documents are complete.
How does the Thailand-Italy DTT actually reduce my tax?
We obtain the Certificate of Residence from the Revenue Department, then you file it with the Italy tax authority to credit the Thai tax already paid â up to 100% of the overlap.
Can this be done while I'm overseas?
Yes â sign a POA + courier documents via DHL. We file and return the receipts.