Official Resources

Government policies, visa requirements, tax rules, and regulations can change without notice. We’ve gathered the official websites you’ll most likely need while researching or planning your move to Thailand. Whenever possible, verify important information directly with the relevant government agency before making important decisions.

Visa & Immigration

Resource

Description

Website

Thai e-Visa

Apply for visas before travelling to Thailand.

https://www.thaievisa.go.th

Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)

Submit your digital arrival information before entering Thailand.

https://tdac.immigration.go.th

Immigration Bureau

Visa extensions, 90-day reporting, re-entry permits, TM forms, and immigration services.

https://www.immigration.go.th

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Official visa information, embassies, consulates, and travel advisories.

https://www.mfa.go.th

Business & Investment

Resource

Description

Website

Board of Investment (BOI)

Investment promotion, LTR Visa, and incentives for foreign investors.

https://www.boi.go.th

Department of Business Development (DBD)

Company registration, business searches, and corporate filings.

https://www.dbd.go.th

Revenue Department

Personal income tax, corporate tax, VAT, and tax guidance.

https://www.rd.go.th

Social Security Office

Employer registration, employee contributions, and benefits.

https://www.sso.go.th

Living in Thailand

Resource

Description

Website

Department of Land Transport

Thai driving licences, vehicle registration, and transport regulations.

https://www.dlt.go.th

Ministry of Public Health

Public healthcare information and health regulations.

https://www.moph.go.th

Department of Lands

Land ownership, title deeds, and property registration.

https://www.dol.go.th

Employment

Resource

Description

Website

Ministry of Labour

Employment regulations and labour laws.

https://www.mol.go.th

Department of Employment

Foreign worker permits and employment services.

https://www.doe.go.th

Education

Resource

Description

Website

Ministry of Education

National education policies and school information.

https://www.moe.go.th

Tourism & Travel

Resource

Description

Website

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)

Official tourism information, destinations, and events.

https://www.tourismthailand.org

Airports of Thailand (AOT)

Airport services, facilities, and operational information.

https://www.airportthai.co.th

Utilities & Public Services

Resource

Description

Website

Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA)

Electricity services throughout most of Thailand.

https://www.pea.co.th

Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA)

Electricity services for Bangkok, Nonthaburi, and Samut Prakan.

https://www.mea.or.th

Metropolitan Waterworks Authority (MWA)

Water supply services for the Bangkok metropolitan area.

https://www.mwa.co.th

Disclaimer

While we strive to keep this directory up to date, government policies and procedures can change at any time. Escape to Thailand provides this directory as a convenience, but the relevant government agency remains the authoritative source for current requirements, regulations, and procedures.