Why American clients need Trademark Registration
Who needs it: เจ้าของแบรนด์ · ผู้ส่งออก · Franchise.
American clients pursuing "Beach condos + retirement homes + Amity-protected companies" in Thailand typically need Trademark Registration before launching or buying.
Leverage: Treaty of Amity & Economic Relations (1966) — US citizens may own ≥99% of most Thai businesses — our tax team combines it with the Thailand-United States DTT to reduce your global tax bill.
What you get with NYC Legal
• คุ้มครอง 10 ปี ต่ออายุได้ • ป้องกันการลอกเลียน
Thailand ↔ United States Double Tax Treaty
Thailand has a DTT with United States preventing double taxation on dividends, interest, royalties, rent and capital gains.
We obtain the Certificate of Residence (R.O.21/22) translated into English so you can file the credit with United States tax authorities.
Corporate setup — DBD registration, business licences, signatory chains, full FBA compliance.
Documents & process for American clients
Passport + visa + Work Permit (if held) + Thai Tax ID.
Source-country business or income documents from United States, translated to Thai + Apostille.
Workflow: 1) Free consult in English 2) Document audit 3) Petition/return preparation 4) Filing & follow-up 5) Monthly/quarterly summary report.
Fees & turnaround
Starting at quoted on request · 10–14 เดือน.
American clients on a monthly retainer save 15–25% and receive a free Quarterly Tax Review.
Invoices issued in English so you can claim the deduction back home under the DTT.
FAQ
Do American nationals pay Thai tax if they stay under 180 days?
No — 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 Trademark Registration start at?
From quoted on request + 7% VAT — fixed quote before we start.
How long does it take?
10–14 เดือน at กรมทรัพย์สินทางปัญญา once documents are complete.
How does the Thailand-United States DTT actually reduce my tax?
We obtain the Certificate of Residence from the Revenue Department, then you file it with the United States tax authority to credit the Thai tax already paid — up to 100% of the overlap.
Can this be done while I'm overseas?
Yes — sign a POA + courier documents via DHL. We file and return the receipts.