Expat Tax: Frequently Asked Questions
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No, these pensions are exempt under the Double Taxation Agreement (DTA).
Generally, defence/military pensions are taxed in the originating country if a Double Tax Agreement (DTA) with Thailand explicitly excludes them from Thai taxation. Countries like the US, Australia, the UK, Canada, and most EU countries typically include such exclusions.
Yes, under the UK-Thailand DTA, teachers’ pensions are not assessable income in Thailand. This applies to other government services pensions as well.