Hi Friends, I want to bring a 20’ or 40’ container of my household goods from USA to Thailand. Just stuff I have owned for years and impossible or expensive to replace here. I have heard that if I get a work permit I can import my household stuff without paying tariffs/taxes. I feel that the right agent can get this done smoothly and with little or no tariffs/taxes. Do any of you know who can do it?

One-Time Import Exemption - Relocation

Moving from America to Chiang Mai soon. I will enter on a tourist visa, then apply for an extension of stay based on retirement.

I understand there is a one time import fee exemption for importing household goods - maybe 1/2 container.

I’m having trouble understanding if a work permit is required, which I obviously will not have. Can anyone clarify this? Has anyone done this and can comment on the experience?