BANGKOK — Thailand Investment and Expat Services Center was launched on Monday as a collaborative effort between the Board of Investment (BOI), Immigration Bureau, and Ministry of Labor to provide comprehensive one-stop services for investment, visa issuance, and work permits.
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra presided over the opening ceremony of the new center at One Bangkok building in Bangkok on March 31, three days after the fatal Myanmar earthquake that collapsed a State Audit Office building under construction on Friday.
In her address, the Prime Minister expressed condolences to earthquake victims and assured that the government has the situation under control, with building inspections being conducted throughout Bangkok.
She confirmed that building collapse occurred only in one structure that was under construction, which is currently under investigation. She emphasized that Thailand remains a safe country for investment and tourism.
Regarding the TIESC opening, the Prime Minister commended all agencies involved in making this vision a reality. She described the center as “not just another government agency, but a symbol of Thailand’s openness, warmth, and readiness to welcome friends from around the world.”
She noted that Thailand is undergoing a significant transition, with 2024 being a “golden year for investment” featuring 3,100 investment projects valued at 1.13 trillion baht ($33.3 billion) —the highest investment application year in a decade, clearly reflecting investor confidence. These achievements have positioned Thailand as a hub for innovation and sustainable growth, particularly in strategic industries such as the bio-economy, modern automotive, advanced semiconductors and electronics, digital technology, and international business centers.
The Prime Minister emphasized that Thailand’s most important resource remains its people, whose hospitality, creativity, and ability to build lasting relationships form the heart of Thailand’s soft power. The government aims to attract experts in various fields who will drive future growth.
She added that the current rapidly changing business and investment environment requires excellent service that is convenient, transparent, and fast. The government is committed to facilitating business operations in Thailand and developing digital government services. TIESC represents this commitment to making doing business and living in Thailand easier through modern technology and digital innovation, providing streamlined visa and work permit services.
The government prioritizes ease of entry and stay through various programs such as long-term visas for high-skilled experts, expatriates working for foreign companies residing in Thailand, high-net-worth foreigners, pensioners, and smart visas for startups. It also facilitates visa and work permit services for executives, experts, and personnel for BOI-promoted projects.
The TIESC is located on the 6th-7th floors of One Bangkok building, PARADE Zone, Rama 4 Road, Lumphini, Pathumwan, Bangkok. It offers expedited visa and work permit services, advice on all types of long-term visas, and investment consultation to facilitate and support foreigners interested in investing or working in Thailand.
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