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During the first five months of 2026, the Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) recorded a continued increase in IP filing activities. Total applications for invention patents, design patents, petty patents and trademarks increased compared with the corresponding period in 2025, reflecting sustained innovation and growing commercial activities in Thailand. 1. Invention Patent Applications During the first five months of 2026, a total of 3,662 invention patent applications

Thailand has become one of Asia’s most attractive investment destinations, a strategic hub connecting ASEAN, China, and India. The country offers modern infrastructure, skilled labor, and strong government support for foreign investors, especially in high-tech, renewable energy, and manufacturing sectors. If you’re considering expanding into Thailand, the key to success is not just starting a company but setting it up the right way, legally, efficiently, and in line with loca

The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) of Thailand has announced an important procedural update affecting all international trademark applications designating Thailand under the Madrid Protocol . Starting 15 August 2025 , the Thai Trademark Office will issue all trademark registration certificates exclusively in electronic format for applications filed through the Madrid route. This marks another step in Thailand’s ongoing transition toward digitalized IP administrat

Termination of employment in Thailand is a matter governed primarily by the Labor Protection Act B.E. 2541 (1998) (“LPA”) and relevant provisions of the Thai Civil and Commercial Code . While employers have broad discretion to manage their workforce, any termination must strictly comply with statutory requirements. A failure to do so may expose the employer to claims for unpaid entitlements or allegations of unfair dismissal before the Thai Labor Court. Termination with Caus