Kalinka Thailand Blog
Expert articles on the Thai real estate market, investments, legal matters and life in the Kingdom
Thailand Legalizes Sobriety Tests for Alcohol Buyers
Thailand now requires sobriety tests before alcohol sales. We break down all three tests and analyze what tighter regulation means for resort property investors
Garment Manufacturing in Thailand: From 10,000 Units to ASEAN Export
Launch a garment factory in Thailand with 100% foreign ownership via BOI. Access ASEAN markets with 0–5% tariffs and up to 5 years of corporate tax exemption.
5 Real Risks When Buying Property in Thailand: Case Studies 2024–2025
Discover 5 real legal and financial risks when buying property in Thailand — from mortgaged land to risky contracts — and how to protect your investment.
Online Driver's License Renewal in Thailand: What Expats Need to Know in 2025
Thailand launches online driver's license renewals from March 2026. What expats and property investors need to know about the new DLT regulation.
46,000 Companies at Risk: Thailand Cracks Down on Nominee Shareholders
Thailand targets 46,000 companies using nominee shareholders. Learn what this means for foreign property investors and how to protect your assets in Thailand.
The Amity Treaty: How Americans Own 100% of Business in Thailand
Learn how the US-Thailand Amity Treaty allows 100% business ownership — and what it means for international property investors in Southeast Asia.
Online Store in Thailand: How Foreigners Can Navigate the 20M Baht Threshold
Learn how foreigners can legally launch an online store in Thailand — FBL vs BOI, ownership rules, capital requirements, and a step-by-step setup guide.
Thailand's New Accommodation Law: 5 Key Changes for Property Investors
Thailand is overhauling its 1994 hotel law. Discover 5 key changes affecting short-term rentals, Airbnb, and property investors across Phuket and Bangkok.
Schools in Thailand: 9 Facts That Will Surprise Parents
Discover how Thai schools work — from mandatory scouting to Buddhist ethics — and how school proximity impacts property investment in Thailand.
Schools in Thailand: What Families Need to Know Before Relocating
Discover how Thai schools work, what makes the curriculum unique, and how school choice impacts property investment for relocating families.
Schools in Thailand: 9 Facts That Surprise Expat Parents
Discover how Thai schools work, from scouting programs to Buddhist ethics, and how school choice impacts real estate values in Bangkok, Phuket, and Pattaya.
Fifth Prime Minister Ousted in 17 Years: What It Means for Thailand's Property Market
Thailand's 5th prime minister removed in 17 years. Discover what political instability means for property prices, foreign investors, and the Thai real estate market.