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Challenging Government Decisions: Administrative Litigation in Thailand

Understanding Collective Legal Action

In Thailand, administrative litigation addresses disputes arising from government decisions, inaction, or administrative contracts. Individuals or organizations can seek judicial review when an administrative agency or official acts unlawfully, fails to act, or violates regulations. The Administrative Court of Thailand oversees these cases, ensuring that state authorities perform their duties lawfully and fairly.

According to the Act on Establishment of Administrative Courts and Administrative Court Procedure, B.E. 2542 (Section 42):
“Any person aggrieved, or likely to be aggrieved, by an act or omission of an administrative agency or State official, or who has a dispute under an administrative contract, may file a case with the Administrative Courts to seek redress or termination of the dispute.”

Administrative cases may only proceed after any existing grievance procedures are followed or when responses from authorities are unreasonably delayed or absent within the statutory timeframe.

Our service include:

  • Government decision review and challenges
  • Administrative contract dispute support
  • Filing and drafting administrative plaints
  • Regulatory compliance and advisory
  • Administrative Court litigation and appeals
  • Representation in agency grievance procedures

How to File an Administrative Case

Filing an administrative lawsuit requires careful compliance with Section 45. Key requirements include:

  • Submission of a clear, courteous written plaint

  • Full identification of the plaintiff and their contact details

  • Specification of the administrative agency or official involved

  • Detailed account of the acts or omissions causing the dispute

  • Clear statement of the remedies sought

  • Plaintiff’s signature, or authorization if filed on someone’s behalf


Statute of Limitations:
Cases must generally be filed within 90 days from the date the issue was known or should have been known, or 90 days from the submission of a written request to the agency that receives no satisfactory response (Section 49).

Appealing Administrative Court Decisions

If dissatisfied with an Administrative Court ruling, an appeal may be lodged under Section 66/11. Grounds for appeal are limited and typically involve:

  • Alleged fraud affecting a party

  • Violation of law regarding public order or good morals

  • Failure to comply with mediation agreements


Appeals must be submitted to the court that issued the judgment within 30 days.

Our Expertise

At BASE Law Firm, we provide comprehensive support for navigating Thailand’s administrative law framework. Our services include:

  • Legal advice and representation for disputes with
    government agencies

  • Guidance on regulatory compliance and administrative contracts

  • Strategic handling of litigation and appeals before the Administrative Court

We focus on protecting client rights while managing the complexities of administrative processes. Whether addressing licensing issues, regulatory matters, or challenging administrative decisions, our team delivers precise, effective, and client-centered legal solutions.

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