Siam Legal’s Podcast

Sexual Harassment: Now a Criminal Offense in Thailand

In this episode, Pear from Siam Legal talks about the big shift with Sexual Harassment: Now a Criminal Offense in Thailand, following the new 2026 changes to the Criminal Code. Pear looks at how the law now covers things like online messages and verbal harassment, not just physical contact. This episode also explains the new, clearer definitions of sexual assault and the five different levels of penalties.Related topics: https://www.siam-legal.com/thailand-law/sex-crimes-in-thailand/
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The 180-Day Clock: Navigating Thai Tax Residency

In this episode, Ice from Siam Legal reviews the 2026 implications of The 180-Day Tax Rule - Will You Pay Thai Tax on DTV? and clears up the widespread confusion surrounding Thailand's most popular remote work visa. She explains why hitting the 180-day mark (even across multiple separate entries) flips your status from visitor to resident in the eyes of the Revenue Department. Ice explores common myths about remote income, discusses the reality of "tax-free" living, and identifies the urgent steps you need to take to protect your global savings before the tax year ends.Learn more: https://www.siam-legal.com/Business-in-Thailand/thailand-income-tax-for-foreigners.php
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Investment Scams in Thailand: Protect Your Money and Fight Back

In this session, Pear from Siam Legal evaluates the increasing complexity of Investment Scams in Thailand: Protect Your Money and Fight Back, focusing on the sophisticated fraud networks targeting the foreign community in 2026. Pear examines the specific mechanics of fraudulent stock trading and crypto platforms, identifying the common practice of impersonating SEC-licensed institutions to gain investor trust. This technical review discusses the procedural differences between criminal prosecution and civil asset recovery, highlighting the necessity of immediate financial tracing and cross-border legal coordination. Pear provides a clear assessment of the verification protocols required to vet local investment opportunities and discusses the legal avenues available to victims seeking to freeze offshore accounts or pursue compensation through the Thai court system.
 
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Visa Overstay in Thailand: Penalties and Appeals

In this Episode, Pear from Siam Legal evaluates the legal and administrative repercussions of a Visa Overstay in Thailand, examining the graduated penalty system enforced by the Royal Thai Immigration Bureau in 2026. Pear identifies the critical thresholds between voluntary surrender and apprehension, highlighting how even a minor oversight can lead to mandatory fines of 500 Baht per day or long-term blacklisting. This technical review provides an essential analysis of the 72-hour reporting window and examines the formal appellate process available for those facing visa revocation or re-entry bans. Pear offers professional guidance on maintaining lawful status to ensure that expatriates and business travelers avoid the severe
secondary consequences of a compromised immigration record.
 
Learn more: https://www.siam-legal.com/thailand-law/appealing-for-visa-overstays-or-revocation-in-thailand/
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Thailand Privilege Platinum 2026: The Strategic Choice for Long-Term Residency

In this session, Pear from Siam Legal evaluates the strategic advantages of the Thailand Privilege Platinum 2026 membership, a 10-year government-backed residency program designed for maximum mobility. Pear examines the core fiscal structure (including the 1.5 million baht entry fee) and identifies how the 35 annual Privilege Points provide members with fiduciary control over their lifestyle redemptions in areas of wealth, well-being, and travel. This technical review emphasizes the "Next Member" promotion, which reduces the family addition fee by 500,000 baht until the March 31, 2026 deadline. Pear provides a clear assessment of the concierge-driven infrastructure that allows members to bypass traditional immigration friction through Elite Personal Assistant (EPA) support and expedited processing.Learn more about Siam Legal's Thailand Elite Visa: https://thailandprivilege.siam-legal.com/thailand-privilege-platinum-membership.html
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Thailand’s 5-Year Crypto Tax Break

In this session, Ice from Siam Legal evaluates the strategic implications of Thailand’s 5-Year Crypto Tax Break, a policy established by Ministerial Regulation No. 399 to eliminate personal income tax on digital asset capital gains through 2029. Ice examines the specific eligibility criteria for individual investors, highlighting the mandatory requirement to execute trades via SEC-licensed exchanges to qualify for this tax-free status. This technical review discusses the government’s objective to repatriate overseas assets and identifies how this incentive aligns with the national goal for the digital economy to reach 30 percent of GDP by 2030. Ice provides an essential compliance overview for residents seeking to optimize their portfolios within this regulated fiscal window.Related topic: https://www.siam-legal.com/Business-in-Thailand/thailand-income-tax-for-foreigners.php
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Navigating Thailand’s Crypto-to-Fiat Regulatory Sandbox

In this session, Pear from Siam Legal evaluates the operational phase of the TouristDigiPay initiative, an 18-month regulatory sandbox that officially launched in the final quarter of 2025. Pear examines the structural collaboration between licensed digital asset operators and the Bank of Thailand, explaining how cryptocurrency is converted into baht within a supervised e-wallet ecosystem. This technical review highlights the mandatory KYC (Know Your Customer) and CDD (Customer Due Diligence) protocols that govern the nationwide QR payment system. Pear also analyzes the strict fiscal caps placed on merchants (ranging from 50,000 to 500,000 Baht) and explains the legal implications for businesses looking to integrate digital currency payments under this new state-monitored framework.Learn more here: https://www.siam-legal.com/thailand-law/thailand-launches-crypto-to-baht-touristdigipay-sandbox/
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Don’t Lose Your Visa: The Essential Guide to Thai Re-Entry Permits

In this episode, Pear from Siam Legal explains the critical importance of the Re-Entry Permit—the one document that prevents your long-term Thai visa from being cancelled the moment you step across the border. She clarifies the difference between single-entry and multiple-entry status, highlighting why holders of Non-Immigrant B, O, and ED extensions are most at risk of losing their residency if they depart without prior authorization. Pear reviews the specific costs (1,000 Baht for single or 3,800 Baht for multiple) and provides a practical walkthrough of where to secure these permits, whether at a local immigration office or a 24/7 airport counter. This expert session is a must-watch for anyone living in Thailand who plans to travel internationally in 2026.Learn more here: https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand-visa/re-entry-permit-thailand
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Reform or Regulation? The 2026 Election and the Future of Sex Work in Thailand

In this episode, Pear from Siam Legal reviews the significant political attention surrounding the decriminalization of sex work just days before the February 8, 2026, election. She explains the legal shift that occurred in October 2023 (when sex work was reclassified from a criminal to a regulatory offense) and highlights the ongoing lack of labor rights and social security for workers. Pear analyzes the different solutions proposed by political parties (including the Entertainment Places Act and ILO Recommendation 204) to move this multi-billion baht industry out of the "grey zone." This expert session provides a clear look at how the upcoming election results could fundamentally change Thailand’s social and legal landscape.Related Topics: https://siam-legal.com/travel-to-thailand/fines-and-penalties-for-soliciting-prostitution-in-thailand/------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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The Cost of Non-Compliance: Decoding Thailand’s Major Data Breach Penalties

In this episode, Ice from Siam Legal reviews the significant shift in Thailand’s data protection landscape following the heavy administrative fines issued in August 2025. She explains how the Personal Data Protection Committee (PDPC) has moved from awareness-building to strict enforcement, targeting both government and private sectors. Ice highlights five landmark cases involving a state agency, a hospital, and major retailers, where lack of security and missing Data Protection Officers (DPOs) led to multi-million baht penalties. This expert session is vital for any organization handling personal data in 2026 that needs to stay compliant with the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).Contact us: https://www.siam-legal.com/litigation-team-about-us/
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