This video by Chaninat & Leeds law firm discusses the registration and operation of Thailand NGOs, particularly in relation to foreign NGOs. It describes the most straightforward method of how foreign NGOs can register as a foundation.
Thailand law per se does not provide for the registration of NGOs.
Chaninat and Leeds specializes in NGO cases in Thailand
International NGOs are permitted to register their presence in Thailand and apply for work authorisation without registering as a local entity but in our experience this can lead to both legal and financial issues when operating on a daily basis.
However, it is normally more practical to register a local Foundation established under Thai law. Foundations are non-profit entities registered with the Thai Ministry of Interior. To register a Thailand foundation will require at least 3 board members either Thai or foreign nationals working for the foundation on a voluntary basis and a minimum bank statement of 200,000 Baht acquired donation. Additionally, officers of the Foundation are required to obtain a police clearance from the police agency of their country of residence.
There are many volunteering opportunities available in Bangkok: from social issues, to environmental issues, to health care issues, to minority rights, to human rights.
Watch the Video Here:
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WE NEED TO REGISTER OUR NGO IN THAILAND AS THAI CITIZEN WE NEED TO HAVE REGISTERED SOCIETY IN THAILAND.
Dear sir/madam
I have been living and working in Thailand last 28years and recently retired as Managing director.
I have in mind to help older people by building old age Home for elderly people who are ignored by the children and are depressed, provide them clean accommodation, healthy food and medicare with good homely environment all free .Initially for 100 persons. Please let me know howyou can helpto register the NGO
BN Agarwal
Tel; +66899257994
Please email info@chaninatandleeds.com with all your information and a lawyer will get back to you. Thank you!