All You Need to Start Your Restaurant or Café in Thailand
- VAT Registration + Restaurant License
Total Fee - 109,000 THB
Prices can vary according to the business needs and variations.
Planning to Open a
Restaurant or Café in Thailand?
Excellent choice! Thailand’s vibrant food culture, thriving tourism,
and café-loving locals make it a perfect place to start your culinary venture.
Here is the step-by-step procedures for setting up Restaurant or Café business in Thailand.
Step #1
Choose a Business Structure
Decide whether to form a Thai majority-owned company, apply for BOI promotion, or register under the US-Thai Amity Treaty.
Step #2
Lease or Buy a Location
Look for areas with good foot traffic or visibility.
- Consider proximity to offices, tourist zones, or residential areas
- Sign lease and secure zoning permission (if applicable)
Step #3
Register the Business with the DBD
Register your restaurant or café with the Department of Business Development. Apply for a Tax ID and register for VAT.
Step #4
Apply for Required Licenses
- Restaurant License (Local District Office)
- Food Hygiene Certificate (Ministry of Public Health)
- Alcohol License (optional, but heavily regulated)
Step #5
Set Up Restaurant Operations
Purchase kitchen equipment, POS systems, furniture, and décor. Train your team on Thai food safety standards and customer service.
Step #7
Marketing & Partnerships
The opening is just the beginning. For expert local marketing from KOL partnerships to tailored strategies. Sky Biz Hub’s team is here to support you. Let’s make waves together!
Step #8
Launch Your Restaurant!
Do a soft launch to test service, gather feedback, and fix any issues. Then go public with your grand opening.
Step #9
Have the Right Visa to Stay and Work in Thailand!
As a foreign owner, chef, or manager, ensure you have a proper Non-B visa and valid Work Permit to legally run your restaurant.
SKY BIZ HUB provide all-in-one support for doing business in Thailand,
handling visas, work permits, company setup, and compliance.So you can focus on success while we handle the details.
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