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How can DTV visa holders pay income tax in Thailand without a bank account?

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With DTV visa holders unable to get bank accounts.

How is everyone paying a Thai income tax bill? In the above scenario that they stay in Thailand 180+ and remit taxable income to Thailand via ATM.

DONT tell me that I DONT need to pay Tax in Thailand or nobody pays tax due to lack of resources/language barrier/ etc…….
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The discussion focuses on the challenges DTV visa holders face in paying tax due to their inability to open bank accounts in Thailand. Several suggestions emerged, including applying for a Tax Identification Number (TIN), filing taxes both online and in person, and utilizing alternative payment methods such as cash or services like TrueMoney for tax payments. Participants also humorously reflected on the general reluctance of many expats to engage with the tax system in Thailand.
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Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
You’re the first and probably the last person I’ve came across who is so eager to pay tax 😆.
Thail******
Thail******
Firstly, ask a Thai Tax Firm. It’s obvious FB is not your best choice for advice on this topic. As over 99% of this group isn’t paying taxes (unless they work for a Thai company), I highly doubt anyone has actually paid tax here while not working.
Dan *********
Dan *********
Bro… seriously.

This is super old now.

Just go have some pad thai
Marianne ********
Marianne ********
Pretty sure you can just pay with cash.
Eren **********
Eren **********
I think the OP meant how absurd the situation is.
Elías ********
Elías ********
You go to the tax office, and scream: I'm not getting out of here until you collect my taxes. That's the only way I could think 👀
Daniel **********
Daniel **********
In reality only 10% of Thais file taxes.

90% of the population just ignores it, idk how it works but it works like that, if you don’t have Thai bank I wouldn’t stress too much…
Kaler *******
Kaler *******
Need a rule allow DTV owner and condo owner can open and use bank 😁😁😁. Easy solution . 😆
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
@Kaler ******
Except that you don't need a Thai bank account to get a TIN and paying taxes. 😁
James ********
James ********
Suggest you ask your question in a year...as Thai tax issues are again being reviewed for changes.
Pete *******
Pete *******
You are able to pay over the counter in cash when you file in person.
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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@Pete ******
yes I most likely won’t be in Thailand when I file me return that’s why I’m asking
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
1. Check if you're liable for taxes. Various scenarios (remitted money, country treaties, etc.) Most of people here are new and arrived with DTVs, tax return filling will be for later.

2. Apply for a Tax Identification Number (TIN) at the local Revenue Department.

3. File your tax return online or in person using the correct forms (PNDs).

4. Pay any taxes owed via bank transfer, online payment, or at the Revenue Department office. No Thai bank account is strictly required to pay taxes. You can use Truemoney for example, cash at counter as so ones.
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
OP
Maybe true money? Anyone can confirm?
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant Dude just chill.. if anything is of real importance they always find a way of letting farang know.. until then relax and enjoy your life, and read less news - it's BS most of the time
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Anonymous Member My advice to you if you really want to pay something try going to the tax department and they will tell you everything how to do it, although I think they will send you away

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