What are the steps to become a tax resident in Thailand as a digital nomad?

Dec 4, 2024
14 days ago
Hey,

I know similar things have been asked before and I know this group is about DTV (I have a DTV) and not tax. However, maybe someone can guide me in the right direction.

I have stayed 177 days in Thailand this year, meaning, if I wanted to, I could come over for a week and become a tax resident.

Now, I am not trying to avoid paying taxes in Thailand, I actually want to pay taxes in Thailand. I am not a tax resident in my homecountry anymore. So I would like to pay my total taxes in Thailand.

Does anyone have experience with paying taxes in Thailand as a digital nomad without another tax residency other than Thailand.

Can you point me in the right direction?

I have allready asked a Thai tax consultant, he didn´t seem to know or understand.

For the haters: I have always paid my taxes where I had to, I am not trying to avoid, I am trying to do right, understand and optimise.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user seeks guidance on becoming a tax resident in Thailand after spending 177 days there, wanting to ensure compliance with tax laws as a digital nomad. Despite consulting a Thai tax consultant, they still require clarity on how to establish tax residency and file taxes in Thailand, given that they no longer hold tax residency in their home country. Comments provide insights on engaging local tax advisors, establishing a Tax Identification Number (TIN), and clarifications around foreign income taxation.
Marko ************
Foreign income that’s not brought in is not taxable
Alex **********
It's easily enough done. Head to the local government revenue office and they can explain how to set up a TIN, then you can just file a tax return each year. Not sure why your accountant didn't understand, it's a very normal thing to do. I suggest finding a local tax advisor who is fluent in English - i went through a local accountant to help me get set up some years ago and it was really simple.
Kelly ********
The tax was not confirm
Greg ********
Even if you are tax resident in Thailand only monies remitted to Thailand are assessable. Then it depends if tax already paid elsewhere subject to allowances and Double Taxation Agreements. I am sure there are tax advisers and other services will let you pay a fee to advise you.
Ray *****
Why not just engage with an accountant in Thailand

They can advise everything you need to do