What documents are required to open a cannabis dispensary in Thailand?

[Conan The Barbarian]

This question seeks information on the necessary legal and administrative documents needed for establishing a cannabis dispensary in Thailand. It aims to clarify the specific permits, licenses, and any other paperwork required by local authorities for operating a cannabis-related business in the country.

[metisdead]

An inflammatory post and a troll post offering no helpful advice has been removed.

[metisdead]

The ultimate guide to starting a cannabis business in Thailand

 

Entering the emerging cannabis industry in Thailand offers an enticing opportunity for entrepreneurs. As the legal framework continues to evolve, establishing a cannabis dispensary, café, farm, or import/export business is increasingly accessible. This guide provides a straightforward pathway for those aiming to understand and engage with the complexities of the cannabis sector. It encompasses essential steps such as securing the necessary business licences and grasping the financial considerations crucial for launching your venture.

 

https://thethaiger.com/guides/cannabis/the-ultimate-guide-to-starting-a-cannabis-business-in-thailand

[Srikcir]

Given the potential reclassification of cannabis as a controlled narcotic substance that reverses 2022 decriminalization of cannabis, a Royal Pardon might be beneficial.

[rwill]

It's probably not the best time to open one.  Lots of questions as to what will happen in the next year or so.

 

Plus there was a recent article about them going after foreigners running them.

[wombat]

All the necessary ones would be my guess but then again I've been known to be wrong 

[ignore it]

Have you considered a one hour photo processing shop or an internet cafe?

 

Very difficult to find either nowadays.

Edited May 18 by ignore it
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[Bday Prang]

talk about missing the bus , you are 2 years too late pal

[newbee2022]

You're a Thai citizen?😂

[Thingamabob]

24 minutes ago, Bday Prang said:

talk about missing the bus , you are 2 years too late pal

Not necessarily. 

[goldenbrwn1]

30 minutes ago, Bday Prang said:

talk about missing the bus , you are 2 years too late pal

Not for the export business 

[ChumpChange]

Technically you can't open a legal cannabis dispensary shop in Thailand because recreational use of cannabis is not legal in Thailand. Only medical use is considered legal, although what constitutes medical use under the current law hasn't yet been clearly defined.  
 

So all the existing shops are still operating within a gray area. Operating a gray market businesses in Thailand also means having to make payoffs to the authorities on an ongoing basis. 

 

The current prime minister is also pushing to reverse the changes made to the cannabis laws in 2022 and to reclassify cannabis back to being a class 5 criminal narcotic drug before the end of 2024. He has also expressed his intent to shut down all existing cannabis dispensary shops by April of 2025. 

[Bday Prang]

1 hour ago, Thingamabob said:

Not necessarily. 

well we can but hope, my fingers are crossed

[Bday Prang]

1 hour ago, goldenbrwn1 said:

Not for the export business 

so have you made a large investment, based on that assumption?

[Bday Prang]

1 hour ago, newbee2022 said:

You're a Thai citizen?😂

unlikely , unless he got somebody else to write the OP for him

[oldscool]

1 hour ago, goldenbrwn1 said:

Not for the export business 

 

Yes, the export business will remain for low THC medicinal products, oils and tinctures etc.

 

And given that farming remains the major employer in Thailand, and that the legal medicinal cannabis trade is growing worldwide, this could be a useful plus for the Thai economy.

 

But one of the goals of the review of the weed bill review is apparently to further protect the industry from foreigners, so I don't see much opportunity for foreigners coming out of it. 

[AustinRacing]

This is a wind up me thinks. 

[CanadaSam]

You have great timing, wanting to open right after the PM says he is going to outlaw it!

 

And, a great business sense, because obviously, one on every corner is simply not enough, let's open some more!

[Keeps]

4 hours ago, AustinRacing said:

This is a wind up me thinks. 

Possibly an AI generated new OP (along with a couple of others recently). Seems that this site is desperate for new members and is having to resort to this. The wording of these recent topics is very 'robotic'.

[Irish star]

I wouldn’t even try it , unless your  getting it at Pennie’s in the dollar 

[Irish star]

On 5/18/2024 at 7:48 AM, ignore it said:

Have you considered a one hour photo processing shop or an internet cafe?

 

Very difficult to find either nowadays.

We need another coffee shop or massage shop lol

[Conan The Barbarian]

On 5/18/2024 at 6:59 PM, Keeps said:

Possibly an AI generated new OP (along with a couple of others recently). Seems that this site is desperate for new members and is having to resort to this. The wording of these recent topics is very 'robotic'.

Oops, busted! Just kidding, I'm 100% human—promise! Let's keep the chat real and fun. What's next on the agenda?

[stoner]

unless you have a thai partner you can trust i wouldn't bother.  

[Conan The Barbarian]

Thank you so much everyone for your reply 
I haven't opened the shop yet but I am thinking of opening up real soon so just wanted to know suggestions from you all 
Thanks, everyone 
also to those who think it's AI-generated I did the test for you guys 🤣

Edited May 20 by Conan The Barbarian