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Can you become a tax resident in Thailand with the Destination Thailand Visa if you stay for less than 180 days per year?

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Dec 17, 2024

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Hey everyone, is it possible to become tax resident in Thailand with the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) while staying in the country for less than 180 days per year?

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No, you cannot become a tax resident in Thailand while staying for less than 180 days per year, regardless of holding a Destination Thailand Visa.

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No. 180 days or more in a calendar year makes you a tax resident

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