Good Morning All,
Please can i get some advice on the following-
I am UK citizen currently in Thailand on a tourist visa and plan to spend some further time here later in the year also, in addition I spent some time here either side of Christmas and New Year 23/24.
I am mindful of keeping my time below 6 months (180 days) in any one year, however I cannot seem to find a clear definition of how that year is measured? I.e. is it rolling aggregate across the last 12 months, or calendar year, or calculated from your most recent visit etc.?
Hope this makes sense and thanks in advance for your answers.
TLDR : Answer Summary
A UK citizen in Thailand on a tourist visa seeks clarity on how the 180-day stay limit is calculated. There is no defined measurement policy; it depends on the discretion of the immigration officer. Some users point out the importance of having a tourist visa to potentially improve entry chances. Additionally, there are complex implications regarding tax residency for individuals spending significant time in Thailand, as this is defined under Thai tax law but is distinct from immigration rules.