Thailand Association

A registered Association is a form of legal entity in Thailand that has members which conduct an activity continuously and collectively.  Some typical examples of activities of Associations include:  sports clubs, hobby clubs and religious organizations. 

An Association is registered under Thailand law with the Thailand Ministry of Interior.  An Association requires an official name, listed objectives, official address, rules, and member fees.

An Association differs from a Foundation, pursuant to Thai law, in that a Foundation is an organization that has its objective the provision of property or services for the public benefit, such as charitable organizations or non-governmental organizations that provide services or property to fulfill a social, educational, artistic or charitable need.