What are the tax implications for UK pensions in Thailand?

@John *********

not true at all.

@Bob *****

source?

A tax return is still required to be submitted even though , with the UK DTA it’s unlikely any tax will be payable, provided you have evidence that tax is paid in UK - some will choose to ignore the requirement , which could lead to serious problems down the line , as we know tax authorities can go back years and impose penalties. Seek professional advise and get a tax number , the worry is if immig ask in the future for tax clearance cert before renewing a retirement visa. Could result in a rise in overstayers who can’t normalise their affairs.

@Peter ********

it depends. Yes true you receive a tax credit for tax paid in the UK, but, Thailand has tapered tax bands. If after deductions and allowances the remittance took you into a higher tax band then your tax credit then you would indeed be taxed again.

@Pete ******

the exception is for pensions received as a result of working for the government so a bit broader than that. The attached link shows what is defined as a government pension

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@Pete ******

so if you have a military or civil service pension and you have it paid directly into your Thai bank account you are not taxed in Thailand?

Sorry if that's an obvious question.

Also, if this is the case, is there any chance it will change with the new rules?

@Todd ********

the rules are there and in effect. It's up to the individual to follow the rules and face any consequences of not doing so. The question will be whether the thai tax man wants to audit you, at which point the penalties can be pretty severe

@Todd ********

you can’t be taxed twice they have a tax treaty with the uk