What are the experiences and considerations for importing personal items into Thailand with a DTV visa?

Nov 4, 2024
2 months ago
Has anyone had any experience yet importing personal items in to Thailand from home country? Due to staying long term with their DTV
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Users advise that importing large personal items into Thailand on a DTV visa can be complicated, citing that customs treats these items like regular imports without any duty-free allowances. It is often recommended to sell large items before relocating, as many essentials can be easily purchased in Thailand. Be prepared for potential import duties and consider obtaining a more suitable visa if planning to reside long-term.
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마리오 ***
It’s a tourist visa, not a long stay visa, so don’t expect any duty free import privileges. If you intend to reside in Thailand you should get an appropriate visa.
Luit *****************
Most stuff is easy to buy in Thailand, so not needed to import
John **********
Be prepared to pay import duty
Tore *********
Yea, I “imported” my personal items with two suitcases 😆

Its not worth bringing big stuff from homecountry. Better to sell and but whatever you need in Thailand. And living with less “stuff” is incredibly liberating
Lyana ******
@Tore ********
absolutly :)
Anonymous *************
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@Tore ********
haha 😂
Greg ********
You will not get any free allowance with the DTV visa. Your personal goods will be treated like any other imports by Customs with their whims and vagaries if shipped.