🇹🇭 Thailand
A vibrant country offering rich culture, diverse landscapes, and a favourable tax regime for expats and nomads.

Thailand Citizenship and Naturalization

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Category | Details |
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Citizenship by Descent |
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Naturalizations |
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Spouse Naturalization |
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Birthright Citizenship |
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Economic Citizenship (Investment) |
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Other Provisions |
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Citizenship by Exception |
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Taxation Overview
Personal Tax Overview: Thailand 🇹🇭
Key information about personal taxation in Thailand
Tax Residency
Normal rule: 180 days
Special rule: No information
Special Tax Regime
No information
From (THB) | To (THB) | Tax Rate |
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0 | 150,000 | 0% |
150,001 | 300,000 | 5% |
300,001 | 500,000 | 10% |
500,001 | 750,000 | 15% |
750,001 | 1,000,000 | 20% |
1,000,001 | 2,000,000 | 25% |
2,000,001 | 5,000,000 | 30% |
5,000,001 | and above | 35% |
Dividend Tax
10%
Dividend tax exemptions are available under specific conditions, such as when dividends are paid from profits derived from Board of Investment (BOI)-promoted activities during the corporate income tax exemption period. Additionally, corporate shareholders who hold at least 25% of the voting shares in a Thai subsidiary for a continuous period of three months before and after the dividend payment may qualify for a 100% tax exemption on dividends received.
Capital Gains Tax
0%
Capital gains from the sale of shares listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) are exempt from tax if the transaction is conducted on the exchange. Additionally, capital gains from the sale of mutual fund units and investment units in fixed-income mutual funds may be exempt, provided the cost and related expenses are not claimed as tax-deductible.
Property Rental Income
35%
Rental income in Thailand is subject to personal income tax, with rates ranging from 5% to 35%, depending on total taxable income. A standard 30% deduction on rental income is available, or actual expenses can be claimed with proper documentation.
Property Tax
Yes
Property tax in Thailand is levied under the Land and Building Tax Act, with rates ranging from 0.02% to 0.3% for residential and commercial properties, and up to 1.2% for vacant land. The tax is based on the appraised value of the property and is due annually, with exemptions available for certain types of properties.
Inheritance Tax
Yes
Thailand imposes an inheritance tax on inheritances exceeding 100 million THB. The tax rate is 10% for most heirs, with a reduced 5% rate for direct descendants or ascendants. Exemptions apply to assets inherited by spouses, government entities, or for public purposes. Tax must be paid within 150 days of receiving the inheritance.
Wealth Tax
No
VAT
7%
Thailand's VAT rate is 7%, reduced from 10% and extended until 30 September 2025. Certain goods and services, like basic groceries and healthcare, are exempt, while exports are subject to a 0% VAT rate.
CFC Laws
No