07 — Shop · Business guide
Gem & Gold Shop
Opening a gem & gold shop in Thailand
Thailand is world-famous for quality gems and gold, attracting buyers from around the globe.
- Steps to launch
- 09
- Licences & permits
- 02
Your roadmap
From idea to opening day
The path we follow with you for a gem & gold shop in Thailand.
- 01
Choose a business structure
Thai Limited Company, Amity Treaty or BOI promotion, depending on your focus.
- 02
Register the business
Register with the DBD, get your Tax ID and VAT registration.
- 03
Gem & gold trading licences
Gem trading licence from the Ministry of Commerce; a gold trading licence requires Thai majority ownership.
- 04
Lease a secure location
Bangkok, Chanthaburi or Phuket, with 24/7 security, CCTV and insurance.
- 05
Source inventory
Certified gems from Chanthaburi or GIT; gold from licensed Thai shops.
- 06
Hire staff
Four Thai employees per foreign work permit.
- 07
Sales channels
Showrooms, marketplaces, social media and export.
- 08
Launch
A soft opening or exclusive showroom event.
- 09
Visa
Foreign staff need a Non-B visa and a work permit.
What you need
Licences & setup package
Gem trading licence
Ministry of Commerce
Gold trading licence (Thai majority ownership)
Ministry of Commerce
Regulations can change. We confirm the requirements for your situation.