To request changes to the information of an international money transfer agent after permission has been granted, the following supporting documents must be submitted to the Bank of Thailand:
- One original copy of the request form, signed by an authorized person, and stamped (if applicable). This form can be downloaded from www.bot.or.th.
- One original copy of the business operator certification related to foreign payment factors. This is required when there are changes to the board of directors or a person authorized to manage. All supporting documents for consideration must be signed by an authorized person and stamped (if applicable). This document can also be downloaded from www.bot.or.th.
- One original copy of the certification of the board of directors or the person authorized to manage business operations related to foreign payment factors.
- Passport of the board of directors or person authorized to manage, specifically for non-Thai nationals, with one original copy issued by the foreign ministry of the respective country. This is only required when there are changes to the board of directors or the person authorized to manage. If the original document cannot be presented, a certified copy may be submitted, signed by the cardholder or an authorized person and stamped (if applicable).
- A document outlining the responsibilities of the board of directors or person authorized to manage at the managerial, deputy managerial, or equivalent level. This should also include the organizational structure detailing names and positions of the persons responsible. One copy of this document is required, and if the original cannot be presented, a certified copy may be submitted, signed by the cardholder or an authorized person, and stamped (if applicable).
- The latest copy of the shareholder registry certified by the Ministry of Commerce, no more than 6 months prior to the request application, with the original version issued by the Department of Business Development.
- A copy of a map and photos depicting the business location - one copy. This is only necessary in the case of business relocation or branch office changes or additions.
- A copy of the document showing the applicant's rights or future rights to use the business premises - one copy. For instance, this can be a consent letter permitting the use of the premises for business, which should include the name and identity card number or the corporate name and registration number of the consenting party.
- A copy of the document and/or contract showing a credible international money transfer service network, and a document detailing the international money transfer service system - one copy.
- A power of attorney letter for submitting a request, document certification, and signing the bilateral agreement in case the request and necessary documents are incomplete. This document should specify the name and identity card number of the appointed person (if the authorized signatory is not submitting the request personally) - one original copy. The appointed person must be an employee of the legal entity applying for the permit. The power of attorney should be signed by the authorized signatory and stamped (if available) by the appointee and the witness. In case the appointed person is a foreigner, attach a copy of their passport, certified by the passport holder.
Source: Bank of Thailand
Data updated on June 29, 2023
Tel. 1213