Ask question

What documentation regarding income tax for foreigners in Thailand, especially retirees, is available in English?

Thai tax laws Foreigners in Thailand Visa for retirees Income tax filing for expats Tax residency in Thailand Tax documents in English

Sep 23, 2024

2 months ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

I am seeking information.

It appears that the Thai government enacted income tax for foreigners effective Jan 2024, including retirees like me. Those of us who live here will be required to file a tax return by March 2025.  My French friends have a document from their embassy showing how it will work. Alas, I don’t speak or read French, and even they could make neither head nor tales of the formulas for calculating the tax, let alone how to file a return.

Has the Thai government, or the US embassy, put out any such document? Or any other country that has published one in English?

I can see how this post could easily get hijacked with a lot of tangential comments (opinions), so if that happens I’ll just delete the post. Just the facts, please.

914

views

1

likes

18

all likes

11

replies

0

images

8

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

The Thai government has enacted an income tax for foreigners, effective January 2024, and retirees are required to file a tax return by March 2025 if they have assessable income over 120,000 baht. There is currently no easily available documentation in English from the Thai government or other embassies explaining the new tax regulations. The community suggests consulting a tax specialist in Thailand for clarity on tax residency and filing obligations, as the rules are still being finalized.

Craig *********

1. Are you a tax resident of Thailand (180+ 1 day)

2. I see most don’t know the difference between income and savings. Bring in all the money you want but need to determine if the money coming in is savings, pre or post tax income. Like most countries most have double tax agreements. They can be complicated but no way is Thailand going to double tax. Doing that would kill their economy.

Like

Reply

Henry *********

Don't you already pay home country tax for income derived from your home country?

Like

Reply

Peter **********

no need to file unless your assessable income is over 120,000 baht

Like

Reply

Jim ******

Speak to a tax specialist in Thailand.

Like

Reply

John ***********

Your right, it is effective from 1st of January 2024, but the rules have not been ageed. So everyone is guessing.

Like

Reply

Pete *******

There is no requirement to file a tax return unless you have accessible income.

Like

Reply

Skip ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

How can you live here, or anywhere, if you can't access income from some source?

Like

Reply

Pete *******

I mean tax assessable income

Like

Reply

Graeme ******

i think he means asessible income rather than accessible income.

Like

Reply

Pete *******

I don’t understand your question?

Like

Reply

Reply to

Pete *******

Reply

Mark ********

Don't worry about it. It will be a clusterfkuc of epic proportions IF it even gets off the ground.

Like

Reply

Reply to

Mark ********

Reply

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

... members · 60% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice And Everything Else group allows for a broad range of discussions on life in Thailand, beyond just visa inquiries.

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

View the Conversation

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

Do expats in Thailand have to file a tax return after 180 days of residence?

184 comments

2 months ago

Will Thailand really tax worldwide income for residents starting January 2025?

82 comments

2 months ago

What is the overview of Thailand's income tax for foreigners, especially concerning stays over 180 days and double tax issues?

5 comments

2 months ago

What are the implications of the proposed tax amendments for DTV holders in Thailand?

24 comments

2 months ago

Will my foreign income be taxed in Thailand if I have a DTV Visa and stay over 180 days?

8 comments

2 months ago

Can tourists stay in Thailand over 180 days and file a tax return?

104 comments

3 months ago

What are the tax implications of a retirement visa versus a marriage visa for expats in Thailand?

55 comments

3 months ago

What are the implications of the recent changes in Thailand's tax laws for expats?

114 comments

3 months ago

What are the implications of the new Thai tax policy for retirees bringing money from their home country?

87 comments

4 months ago

How do taxes on a US pension work for expats on an OA retirement visa in Thailand?

43 comments

4 months ago

How will Thailand's new tax law on foreign-sourced income affect foreigners living in the country?

16 comments

4 months ago

How to file taxes in Thailand after staying over 180 days, and who monitors your stay?

67 comments

4 months ago

How do Thailand's new tax laws affect tax liabilities for funds transferred from overseas before gaining residency?

4 comments

4 months ago

What are the implications of the new foreign income tax rules in Thailand for expats?

12 comments

5 months ago

What are the implications of recent taxation discussions for expats in Thailand?

30 comments

5 months ago

Is money brought into Thailand taxable if on a retirement visa and not exceeding 180 days?

32 comments

6 months ago

What are the tax implications for expats in Thailand considering a retirement visa or long-term visa?

77 comments

6 months ago

Do retirees from the US pay taxes on their income in Thailand?

28 comments

6 months ago

What do I need to know about the new tax law for foreigners staying in Thailand long-term on an education visa?

12 comments

8 months ago

What are the tax obligations for expats in Thailand regarding money brought into the country and how do tax exemptions work?

10 comments

8 months ago

How can expats effectively manage tax exposure with new Thai tax rules starting in 2024?

96 comments

9 months ago

What are the new tax rules for expats living in Thailand from January 2024?

35 comments

9 months ago

What are the tax implications for UK retirees spending over 180 days in Thailand?

50 comments

9 months ago

What is the visa and tax situation for renting out property in Thailand on a retirement visa?

42 comments

a year ago

What are the tax obligations for expats moving to Thailand under a retirement visa?

23 comments

2 years ago

Data protection policy Terms and conditions Disclaimer Privacy policy Refund policy

The asq:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.