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What tax implications should I consider as a Japanese national staying in Thailand for over 180 days on a DTV visa?

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Anonymous *************

asked Jul 16, 2025

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Hello everyone. 

* I have recently gotten a DTV in Jakarta and am back in Thailand. 

* I am a Japanese national & a framework to prevent double taxation is in place between Japan and Thailand.

* As I am planning to live and work here more than 180days per calendar year (most probably around 300 days per calendar year) , I believe I will be subject to personal income taxes in Thailand.  

* I have previously worked under a working visa in Thailand, therfore, I have a tax ID in Thailand and Thai bank account. 

Q: Has anyone here been in a similar situation—staying in Thailand for more than 180 days while working remotely for a company under a DTV visa—and had experience paying taxes in Thailand? 

I'd appreciate any insights or experiences you could share!

Answer summary

The user is a Japanese national who recently returned to Thailand after obtaining a DTV in Jakarta and plans to live and work in Thailand for around 300 days this year. They are concerned about being subject to Thai personal income taxes due to their prolonged stay. They seek advice from others who have been in a similar situation regarding tax obligations related to the DTV visa.

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John **********

The DTV is irrelevant to the tax situation. If you spend 180 days or more inside Thailand in a calendar year then you are automatically a Thai tax resident in that year. What tax you will or won't pay will very much depend on your personal circumstances, what income you bring into Thailand during the year, what allowances you can claim and whether you can claim a tax credit on tax already paid on the money elsewhere via a Dual Tax Agreement

a year ago

Jef ********

@John *********

this ⬆️ 💯 the most correct and reasonable response that will get posted here

a year ago

Ian **********

@Jef *******

Yes, the most correct but not the most accurate. In reality nobody bothers to register unless they earn money here. My tax office (Nakhon Sawan) told me only to register if I bring money onshore to Thailand that is not taxed elsewhere. Even though I'm here for more than 180 days they are only interested in you obtaining a TIN if you have an actual tax liability.

a year ago