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Can you stay 180 days on a DTV visa, exit, and re-enter within the same year, and what are the tax implications?
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Nov 18, 2025
5 months ago
Greg *********
ORIGINAL POSTERAnyone have experience staying 180 days with DTV visa & then going out & coming back in within the same year or basically just a week later? After you leave. Is this possible and if yes, what are the tax consequences? Any information greatly appreciated…
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Users discussed the feasibility of staying in Thailand for 180 days on a DTV visa, exiting, and returning shortly thereafter. Many confirmed that re-entry resets the 180-day count, allowing unlimited cycles of this process, as long as each stay does not exceed 180 days. Additionally, discussions highlighted tax implications, noting that tax residency is only a concern if substantial funds are brought into the country or income is earned there. Most users indicated that minor transactions are typically not tracked and tax liability can be minimal for non-residents.
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Anonymous ******************
Every money you bring into Thailand (ATM withdrawals, credit card payments, etc.) has to be taxed if you stay longer than 180 days. There are tax-free allowances and similar rules. There are tax service companies that support you with the tax return and with applying for a tax ID.
If you are not tax-resident anywhere else, it can actually be beneficial to handle your taxes in Thailand.
In 2024 I brought more than 400,000 Baht into Thailand (via ATM, credit card, etc.), stayed in the country for more than 180 days, applied for a tax ID and filed the tax return.
I paid 4,000 Baht in taxes — so it’s really not much at all.
If you bring in only small amounts, you won’t have to pay anything..
That’s my experience for you to know..
If you are not tax-resident anywhere else, it can actually be beneficial to handle your taxes in Thailand.
In 2024 I brought more than 400,000 Baht into Thailand (via ATM, credit card, etc.), stayed in the country for more than 180 days, applied for a tax ID and filed the tax return.
I paid 4,000 Baht in taxes — so it’s really not much at all.
If you bring in only small amounts, you won’t have to pay anything..
That’s my experience for you to know..
Greg *********
ORIGINAL POSTERAnyone gone to Dubai & applied for DTV there? With uk passport…
Maksym ***********
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if you also have long-term documents in dubaiReply to
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Michael *************
Technically withdrawing money from an ATM and charging your “back” home credit card is a form of remittance! IJS… also I don’t think the Thai government is tracking small pototoes. IMO
Ian **********
The 180-day tax residency has always been a thing but only the last
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years has everybody been panicking about it. Being tax resident does not mean you have a tax liability. Only if you bring untaxed money onshore, earn money in Thailand or have investments in Thailand do you require a TIN and file a tax return, otherwise just enjoy your holiday in Thailand. As a tourist you are not even allowed a bank account so stop worrying about tax liability.Mike **********
@Ian *********
thank God somone else understands it. If you leave at day 179, gone for any amount of time 1 day means you werent in thailand 180 consecutive. You dont have a thai bank account.Reply to
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Anonymous ******************
Tax is only on what you remit into thailand so its not really an issue, easy to avoid
Avalyn *********
With DTV the 180 day clock restarts every time you come back in. Unlimited times. You can only stay 180 days at a time. if more than 180 you'll need to get an extension.
Lin *****
I’m here to learn. Isn’t the way the DTV works is exactly what you stated? Stay for 180 days, leave and come back. Why would anyone have an issue?
Please forgive me if I am misunderstanding the question.
Please forgive me if I am misunderstanding the question.
Greg ********
@Lin ****
With some of the new rules regarding Visa Exempt and Visa Runs some people may have concerns it may effect DTV Visa Runs too. Up to now no issues.Greg *********
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do you know of any people being asked to prove more documentation for banking etc?Greg ********
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The guy just answered his friend was asked but that is the first I have heard about on emtryVolorymyr ****
Yes they asked my friend docs and proof of works.
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ORIGINAL POSTERLin *****
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ok… well hopefully we can learn together. My son is about to apply for the DTV so I’m trying to learn as much as I can.Reply to
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Greg ********
Hundreds have gone in and out. Even same day. As for tax it is based on 180+ days in country in calendar year + asessable income.
Tomaz ****
3 times flying in and out with DTV (soft power) and no questions asked at all upon entering again in Bangkok and Phuket
Greg *********
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what is the soft power option again?Tomaz ****
@Greg ********
I'm enlisted long term in a Muay Thai gym, you can DM me if you would like more detailed info, happy to get you in touch with the gym so they can help you out 🙏Elías ********
@Greg ********
Attending soft-power courses such as Thai cuisine, muay thai, etc.Reply to
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Elías ********
About taxes? I don't know / don't care. I don't remit any money here.
About staying throughout the year: I was here even before Jan 1st. and am still here, so it's possible. I've traveled here and then during the year to visit home, some 10 times or so, but always stays of a few days.
About staying throughout the year: I was here even before Jan 1st. and am still here, so it's possible. I've traveled here and then during the year to visit home, some 10 times or so, but always stays of a few days.
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@Elías *******
How do you live if you don't bring money into the country?Todd *********
Anonymous participant 711 Elias refuses to understand the obvious. But he will find out soon enough lol. He thinks paying electonically via card or QR (and thus creating an easily traceable trail) will help him evade taxation in Thailand. Literally, dumb as a rock.
Elías ********
@Todd ********
I'm not evading anything 🤷🏻 I already pay almost USD 10,000 a year in taxes in my home country.Todd *********
@Elías *******
perfect. You are also a tax resident of Thailand. Like many of us enjoying a residence of multiple countries. But it’s rarely freeReply to
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Elías ********
I spend money here, I just don't do remittances. I don't have nor have ever had a Thai bank account.
I'm from an Asian country, so my country apps support the thai QR system here. I can pay any QR code directly with my home country accounts. I pay everything this way, including rent. In case I need cash, I can also withdraw cash from the "purple bank" (is it SCB?), thru my home country bank app, no need to pay the 250 baht fee, either.
Also I have TrueMoney, which allows me to transfer to regular Thai bank accounts, if I need to pay something.
I'm from an Asian country, so my country apps support the thai QR system here. I can pay any QR code directly with my home country accounts. I pay everything this way, including rent. In case I need cash, I can also withdraw cash from the "purple bank" (is it SCB?), thru my home country bank app, no need to pay the 250 baht fee, either.
Also I have TrueMoney, which allows me to transfer to regular Thai bank accounts, if I need to pay something.
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