Nomadlaw – Legal Advice Switzerland | Thailand
Your bridge for cross-border legal issues – from family law to real estate and company formation
- WHO
Your Trusted Legal Bridge Between Two Countries
We are a Swiss-Thai married couple and are behind Nomadlaw. Many of the challenges and questions our clients bring to us, we know very well from our own experiences. Nomadlaw is your specialized point of contact for all legal matters in Switzerland as well as at the intersection between Switzerland and Thailand.
- Support for binational couples and families in Switzerland
- Legal assistance for Thais living in Switzerland
- Advisory services for Swiss nationals living in Thailand
- Guidance for companies with cross-border activities
- Clear, secure and long-term legal solutions
- Strong and trusted partner network in Thailand
- Reliable support even in complex international situations
- WHY
Why Nomadlaw?
Binational Expertise
We know both countries and the typical questions from our own experience.
Strong Partner Network
Cooperation with trusted lawyers, notaries and translators in both countries.
Multilingualism & Cultural Sensitivity
We help overcome cultural barriers.
Holistic & Forward-looking
We don’t just look at the current problem – we also advise you on long-term consequences and potential follow-up issues.
- WHAT
Our Core Services
Family & Matrimonial
Law Marriage · Marriage contract · Divorce · Maintenance · Custody · Asset division
Enheritance & Estate Planning
Last Will · Inheritance contract · Estate planning · Inheritance division · International estate administration
Social Security & Finance
AHV / BVG · Pension receipt Thailand · Advance care directive · Tax-related questions
Employment Law
Employment contract · Termination · Labor disputes · Debt enforcement · Seizure · SchKG proceedings
Visa & Residence
Family reunification · Visa D · Residence permits · Destination Thailand Visa · Long-term stay in Thailand · Remote work
- NEWS & ARTICLES
Latest Blog Posts
Latest legal updates, practical guidance and expert insights on cross-border matters between Switzerland and Thailand.
Dispositions (Mortis Causa) of Property upon Death in Switzerland – An Overview
Introduction to Swiss inheritance law: What are dispositions of property upon death? Overview of wills, contracts of succession under Art. 467 Swiss Civil Code, waivers of inheritance, legacies and the Swiss Register of Wills.
Usufruct in Inheritance Law: Securing Housing and Income – Also for Unmarried Couples
Usufruct in Swiss inheritance law: secure rights of residence and income, protect an unmarried partner and correctly take compulsory portions into account.
Thailand Tightens Control of Nominee Companies (Nominee Structures)
Thailand has tightened its review of nominee company structures under DBD Order No. 1/2569, effective 1 April 2026. Foreign investors can no longer rely only on formal Thai shareholding structures. Authorities are increasingly examining who actually provides capital, controls the company, and benefits economically. Existing companies with Thai shareholders should review their structures carefully to avoid legal and tax risks under the Foreign Business Act.
Can a Swiss employee live in Thailand and work remotely from there for a Swiss company?
A Swiss employee can generally live in Thailand and work remotely for a Swiss company. However, employers must carefully assess visa status, tax residence, payroll, social security, permanent establishment risks and insurance coverage.
Business Forms in Thailand: What Swiss Companies and Investors should know before expanding
Expanding to Thailand offers strong opportunities for Swiss companies, but choosing the right legal structure is essential. This guide explains the main business forms in Thailand, including Thai limited companies, branch offices, representative offices, and regional offices, with key points on foreign ownership, liability, tax, VAT, licensing, BOI promotion, and the Foreign Business Act.
Market Entry via BOI in Thailand as a Swiss Company: Is It Worth It?
Considering expanding your Swiss business to Thailand? BOI promotion can offer significant advantages, including corporate tax exemptions, customs benefits, easier work permits, land ownership rights, and the possibility of full foreign ownership. Learn when BOI is worthwhile, which sectors qualify, and how the application process works.
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV): Thailand’s Visa for Remote Workers, Digital Nomads and Long-Stay Visitors
Thinking about moving to Thailand as a remote worker, digital nomad, freelancer, or long-stay visitor? Learn everything about the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV): eligibility, requirements, costs, remote work rules, 180-day stays, five-year validity, and how to apply.
Market Entry into Switzerland: Legal Framework for Thai Companies
Switzerland offers attractive opportunities for Thai companies, but market entry requires careful legal planning. This article explains the key options, including distribution, branch offices and Swiss subsidiaries, as well as foreign ownership, work permits, tax, VAT, customs, product compliance, data protection and employment law.
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