Business Licences (Restaurant, Alcohol, Tobacco)
Restaurant, alcohol, tobacco, hotel and other operating licences arranged with the right Thai authorities.
Different Thai businesses need different licences before they can legally trade — and applying to the wrong office or with the wrong paperwork can stall you for months. We map your business to the right licences and apply on your behalf.
Available packages
Restaurant Licence
Local municipality food-and-beverage operating licence.
Live Music Licence
Public performance licence for live music in licensed venues.
Alcohol Licence
Annual alcohol retail/serving licence from the Excise Department.
Tobacco Licence
Tobacco retail licence for cafes, bars and convenience stores.
Guesthouse Licence
Guesthouse operating licence under the Hotel Act for small accommodations.
Hotel / Hospitality Licence
Hotel Act licence and supporting fire and building approvals.
Requirements
- Operating Thai company with relevant business objectives
- Registered premises that meet zoning and safety requirements
- Site inspection by the relevant authority (food, fire, etc.)
- Operator with no disqualifying record
Document checklist
- 1Company affidavit and shareholder list
- 2Lease or title deed for the premises
- 3Floor plan and site photos
- 4ID / passport of the operator
- 5Building, fire, or sanitation approvals (as required)
Our process
- 1
Scope & quote
We confirm exactly which licences your business needs.
- 2
Pre-inspection prep
We coach you on what inspectors look for and fix gaps in advance.
- 3
Application & inspection
We file the application and attend the site inspection with you.
- 4
Licence delivery
We collect the licence and add it to your annual renewal calendar.
Frequently asked questions
Can I sell alcohol without a licence?
No. Selling alcohol without a valid annual licence is a serious offence with fines and possible closure.
Are restaurant licences city-specific?
Yes — restaurant licences are issued by the local municipality, with rules and fees that vary by area.
How long do hotel licences take?
Hotel licensing under the Hotel Act commonly takes 2–6 months because it includes building and fire approvals.
Restaurant, Bar & Alcohol Licences in Thailand
Food shop licence, alcohol class 1/2, tobacco permits, hotel licences and the inspections that actually happen.
Read the business guide (6 min read)Ready to start your business licences?
Visit our office on Siam Country Club Road, call us, or send a quick enquiry. We typically reply within 12–24 hours.
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