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Total: 6–18 months
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Timeline: Registering a Crypto/Digital Asset Business in Thailand
Step-by-step timeline for registering and licensing a cryptocurrency exchange, broker, or digital asset business with Thailand's SEC.
Updated 2026
Step-by-Step Timeline
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Key Takeaways
- Minimum 6 months timeline — more realistically 12–18 months for full approval
- Capital requirements are substantial: 5–50 million THB depending on license type
- Operating without SEC license is a criminal offense with imprisonment risk
- Foreign ownership subject to FBA restrictions — legal structure is critical
- Ongoing compliance obligations are extensive — factor into operational costs
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