Virtual office or serviced office: which does your Thai company need?
Both can give you a registered address. The difference is whether you actually need a place to work. This comparison focuses on the registrations and checks that matter in Thailand.
Side-by-side comparison
| Point | Virtual office | Serviced office |
|---|---|---|
| Registered address | Yes, with owner consent documents | Yes |
| VAT registration | Often possible; inspection may occur | Generally straightforward |
| Work permit workplace | May not satisfy the requirement | Usually satisfies it |
| Daily workspace | No (meeting room on request at some providers) | Yes, private desk or room |
| Bank site visit | Some banks may object | Usually acceptable |
| Relative cost | Lower | Higher |
How to choose
Choose a virtual office if you work remotely, have no local staff yet and do not need a licensed site. Choose a serviced office if you need work permits, have staff on site or your bank requires a physical office. Many companies start virtual and move later.
Frequently asked questions
Can I switch from a virtual office to a serviced office later?
Yes. You file an address change with the Department of Business Development and update VAT registration.
Will VAT be approved at a virtual office?
Many are, but the Revenue Department decides. No provider can guarantee it.
Do you supply nominee shareholders?
No.
Prefer not to handle it yourself?
We prepare, file and track the whole chain under a power of attorney and courier the sealed originals back to you. Send a photo of the document and your deadline, and we reply with the exact route and timeline.
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