@Andi **********

Yes and there never has been a global tax liability. It was mooted by one person a year ago and that was it. All the dodgy newly minted tax advisors will be crying in their Leo. Back to selling crap financial instruments with outrageous front loaded commissions to the gullible.

You hit the nail on the head with the reason methinks. It depends on the person reviewing. The first review will be by a local hire in the embassy or Consulate.

@Andi **********

is this bit correct? "For those residing in Thailand for 180 days or more in a tax year, the Resident Rule applies, making them liable for income tax on international earnings" I thought it was just on remitted monies and not global income?

@Andi **********

This is just a return to pre 2024 status is it not. They may have to repatriate the money quicker now ie kn the first 2 years it was earned.

If it was me I would take the cheap Air Asia flight from CNX to Hanoi and apply there. Then while it was processing do some sight seeing. Sapa, Ninh Binh etc. Might even fly to Danang for Hoi An

As others have said nobody has reported this being asked unlike some with Ed. Will this ever change? Nobody knows and just deal with it if it does. Currently just come and go as yiu please.

@Andi **********

Very much so.

If you have an actual stamp in your passport and not a separate piece of paper or digital file you can have it transferred. If not carry both passports as suggested.

@Wannikea ********

Just seen this What’s Changing?

Thailand is drafting a law to exempt personal income tax on foreign-sourced income, including pensions, if transferred into Thailand within two tax years of being earned.

👤 Who’s Covered?

Long-term residents (including retirees and expats)

Holders of LTR visas, Thailand Privilege Cards, or similar

Anyone who qualifies as a Thai tax resident (180+ days in-country)

💸 What Kind of Income?

Foreign pensions (state or private)

Investment income earned abroad

Other overseas earnings, as long as they’re not from Thai sources