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Total: 2-4 months
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Timeline: Restaurant Licensing in Thailand
Step-by-step timeline for obtaining all necessary licenses and permits to open a restaurant in Thailand — from company registration to opening day.
Updated 2026
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Key Takeaways
- Total process: 2-4 months from company registration to opening
- Start company registration first — all other licenses depend on it
- Many processes can run in parallel to save time
- Alcohol license adds 2-4 weeks and cannot be near schools or temples
- Budget THB 300,000-3,000,000+ total depending on restaurant scale
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