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Do you need a Tourist Visa or visa exemption to qualify for VAT refunds in Thailand?

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Mar 26, 2023

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Sales tax / VAT refund question: do you have to be on a Tourist Visa (or visa exemption) to get the refund?

ie if you're on a Non-O visa, are you ineligible for the tax refund?

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In Thailand, VAT refunds are typically associated with tourists who hold either a Tourist Visa or visa exemptions. Individuals holding a Non-O visa may not qualify for these tax refunds, as the refund system is designed for tourist transactions.

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When you make the purchase, you have to have your passport with you. They check all that departure date, visa etc.

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Brandon ************

That is my understanding of it since it's a tourist tax exemption.

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