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Franchise Agreement Certification in Thailand
Franchise agreements usually bundle trademark licences and know-how. Foreign franchisors may be asked for notarised signatures for authorities or banks. Trademark licences in Thailand should be registered with the Department of Intellectual Property.
Certification scope and key checks
State territory, fees, term and licensed marks.
Royalties paid abroad raise withholding-tax questions; ask a tax adviser.
A notary does not confirm the franchisor owns the brand.
Documents to prepare
- Franchise agreement
- Trademark evidence
- Proof of signing authority
Procedure for this document
- Check mark status with the Department
- Sign before a notary if needed
- Translate into Thai
- Register the licence
Overseas use: confirm the recipient’s route
Notarization is not required for every public record, and some uses need no onward legalisation. Confirm whether the recipient needs an original, copy, translation or specific certification before arranging MFA and embassy steps where applicable.
Thailand deposited its accession on 30 June 2026. The Apostille Convention is scheduled to enter into force for Thailand on 28 February 2027. Do not assume Thai Apostilles are available before then. Even after entry into force, document scope and treaty relations with the destination must be checked.
Questions before booking
- Must the licence be registered?
- Trademark licences should be registered with the Department.
- Is tax due?
- Royalties may be subject to withholding tax; check with the Revenue Department.
- Does a notary check the brand?
- No; use the Department's database.
- Are MFA and embassy legalisation always needed?
- No. Ask the recipient to confirm the certification, language and onward steps. Notarization, translation and legalisation are distinct; do not perform every step automatically.
- How are fees and timing assessed?
- After reviewing the form, copies, signers, language and onward steps, we provide a quote and indicative schedule before work. Authority queues and outcomes are not guaranteed.
- What should I send before booking?
- Send the record type, destination country, receiving authority and its checklist through a direct contact channel. Redact personal information unnecessary for the initial enquiry.
📚 Official sources and current requirements
Content reviewed 8 October 2026. General information, not case-specific legal advice. Confirm current requirements with the recipient before filing; document acceptance and application outcomes are not guaranteed.
Send the recipient’s checklist before booking
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