Expat Tax: Frequently Asked Questions
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If you are a Thai tax resident (180 days or more) And transfer in or spend on an ATM any funds from overseas that are classed as foreign sourced income, then this is potentially taxable. It doesn’t matter what the money is used for. I recommend you watch our videos on this subject or podcasts which explain what is classed as taxable transfers
It depends on the source of the money that you remit and whether they are classed as foreign sourced income. Thailand tax residents are liable for taxes on their foreign-sourced income remitted to Thailand. This means if you’re considered a tax resident in Thailand—defined as someone who spends 180 days or more in the country in a calendar year—you must include your income remitted from abroad in your annual tax return and pay Thai taxes on it. However, to avoid double taxation (paying taxes on the same income in both Thailand and the country where the income was earned), Thailand has double tax treaties with 61 countries that allow for tax credits or exemptions. It’s important to consult a tax professional to understand how these treaties may apply to your situation and to ensure compliance with Thai tax laws while maximising available benefits.
Being a Thai tax resident is dependant on the number of days you reside in Thailand, rather than your Visa status. If you remit foreign sourced income to Thailand and it’s over the minimum requirements, you may have to file and you may have a tax liability.nn
No it doesn’t, but it does have a favourable tax rate. There are 4 LTR Visa types and the Highly Skilled Professionals LTR Visa is intended for individuals who have their main income earned while working within Thailand. This category has a flat personal income tax rate of 17% rather than a tax exemption on foreign remittances.
You can learn more about the tax benefits of Thailand’s Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa here.
There are two types of LTR visas which are exempt from foreign-sourced income with a royal decree: Wealthy Global Citizen and Wealthy Pensioner.
You can learn more about the tax benefits of Thailand’s Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa here.
No. A tax declaration or Tax ID Number (TIN) is not a current requirement for visa renewals in Thailand. If one has Thai tax obligations, then they’d be required to file a tax return, but this is not necessary for a Visa if they do not have personal income tax filing need.
No. There is only one type of visa that is now exempt from foreign-sourced income tax, which is the LTR visa.
You can learn more about the tax benefits of Thailand’s Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa here.
A tax declaration or Tax ID Number (TIN) is not a current requirement for visas in Thailand. Please register for our tax alerts to stay informed of any changes.
This may be the right option for certain people, depending on their circumstances. However, you must meet the criteria and requirements for the LTR.
You can find out more about the tax benefits of Thailand’s Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa here.