BANGKOK, Thailand – Parliament has approved a revised version of the Public Facilitation in Licensing and Providing Public Services Act, advancing measures to streamline licensing procedures and improve access to public services for citizens and businesses. The draft, which incorporates amendments from the Senate, will proceed for royal endorsement and promulgation under the policy direction of Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. The law seeks to reduce administrative burdens by setting clear procedures, timelines, required documents, and fees across government services. State agencies will be required to limit duplicate document requests, especially where information is already held or can be accessed through integrated systems, reducing repeated submissions.
A key feature is the introduction of a Super License system for activities requiring approvals from multiple agencies. Once a primary license is granted, related permits may be covered under specific conditions, reducing the number of steps and documentation required. The law also requires a centralized application center to receive and distribute requests through an integrated digital platform. The reform is expected to reduce costs, shorten processing times, and improve transparency in public services, supporting business activity and economic growth. Government Spokesperson Rachada Dhanadirek said related legal and data integration policies are also being advanced, including a draft Royal Decree on data sharing among state agencies to improve service delivery and administrative accuracy. (NNT)
