Thailand: Compliance

The Bank of Thailand (BOT) is seeking public comment on proposed amendments that would significantly expand know-your-customer (KYC) and customer due diligence (CDD) requirements for cash-related transactions at financial institutions (FIs) and specialized financial institutions (SFIs).

Thailand's insurance regulator has drawn a clear line between educational content and regulated activity on social media, establishing new compliance obligations for influencers and content creators who discuss insurance products online. The guidelines introduce strict disclosure requirements, preapproval workflows, and monitoring duties that will reshape how insurance companies engage digital creators.

Thailand’s Office of the Personal Data Protection Committee (PDPC) recently released draft guidance on records of processing activities (ROPA) for personal data controllers and processors under the Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (2019) (PDPA).

Thailand has enacted a comprehensive new law that fundamentally transforms how businesses interact with government agencies for licensing and public services. The Facilitation of Licensing and Public Services Consideration Act B.E. 2569 (2026) introduces groundbreaking reforms including a "super license" system, mandatory e-filing, deemed approval mechanisms, and strict timeline enforcement that promise to streamline regulatory compliance and reduce administrative burdens across all sectors.

Thailand’s National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has published guidelines establishing a risk-based framework for the responsible use of artificial intelligence by telecom licensees.

Recycling, upcycling, and refill-packaging models are now widely promoted as ways to reduce waste, lower carbon emissions, and respond to consumer demand for sustainable products.

Data center and cloud investments are forming a major focus of private-sector investment in Thailand, with tech giants like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and TikTok, as well as numerous telecom and data center companies...

As Thailand enters fiscal year 2026 (beginning 1 October 2025), attention turns to how the Thai Revenue Department (TRD) plans to strengthen its revenue collection, following last year's performance.

Interest in data center land acquisition has increased significantly over the past year, with a notable rise in inquiries from investors seeking to establish digital infrastructure in Thailand.