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Bank of Thailand Act
พระราชบัญญัติธนาคารแห่งประเทศไทย · BOT Act · B.E. 2485 (1942)
Overview
The Bank of Thailand Act B.E. 2485 (1942) established the Bank of Thailand (BOT) as the central bank. The Act, substantially amended in 2008 to strengthen central bank independence, sets out the BOT's mandate over monetary policy, financial-system stability, payment systems, and currency issuance.
- Promulgating authority
- Parliament
- พระราชบัญญัติ
- Enacted
- B.E. 2485 (1942)
- Official text
- https://www.krisdika.go.th/
Key Sections2
The 2 sections most frequently cited in practice or relevant to foreigners. Click any section for a deep-linkable page suitable for sharing.
Amendments
2008 amendments strengthened operational independence and clarified mandate.
The summaries on this page are plain-English educational paraphrases — not authoritative translations. For the binding wording you must consult the Royal Gazette publication or the consolidated text at the Office of the Council of State. Educational use only — not a substitute for advice from a Thai-qualified lawyer.
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