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Tax season is here. In Thailand, taxes must be filed before April 8th. As a foreigner, you might be wondering how to file a tax return and what the regulations are. Luckily Thailand has made it easy by creating an online tax filing system that you can complete from your computer, although you do still have to physically send some forms to the tax office. Let us answer some common questions about tax filing that might come up:

Forward: The following is Q+A for tax year 2023 only, based on information provided on Thailand's Ministry of Finance website for your reference only. Personal income tax can be a complicated issue; for specific answers regarding your tax situation please contact the Thailand tax office: +66 1161 from 8:30 AM to 6 PM. The ultimate decision for tax payable is up to the discretion of the Thailand tax office.
 
Q: When should I file Taxes?
A: Before March 31st for paper filing or April 8th for online filing after the tax year (the tax year is the same as the calendar year).


Q: When are Thailand tax payments due?
A: Tax payments are due March 31st for paper filing or April 8th for online filing.
 
Q: What makes me eligible to pay Thailand taxes (or what makes me a tax resident)?

A: You become a Thailand tax resident if you stay in Thailand longer than 180 days. Nonresidents are those that stay less than 180 days in the country.

Tax residents are taxed on foreign income that is brought into Thailand. Non-tax residents are taxed only on income earned from Thailand.
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Q: How do I count the days I stayed in Thailand?
A: Please note that the day you come to Thailand doesn't count, but the day you leave does. It's a good idea to keep track of the number of days you have been in Thailand via the stamps on your passport.

​Q: What is the income tax rate?/ How much is Thailand tax?

A: The income tax rate varies from 5% to 35% depending on the salary amount.

Thailand 2023 Progressive Tax Rate Table (THB): 
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