Thailand considers lowering VAT registration threshold amidst concerns from small businesses The Thai Revenue Department has proposed lowering the THB 1.8 million (approx €83,400)VAT registration annual sales threshold. It may introduce a 1% flat-rate scheme for micro businesses. This could imposed significant compliance and administrative burdens
February 2025: 7% VAT in checkout on low-value consignments of goods imported to consumers From 18th February 2025, Thailand has introduced the obligation to charge VAT on low-value consignments of goods being imported directly to consumers. Any consignment at or below Baht 1,500 was VAT
Thai extends VAT exemption Thailand has extended the VAT exemption of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin. The new Royal Decree 788 came into force on 25 September 2024. It extends VAT exemptions for the transfer of digital tokens or cryptocurrencies via licensed dealers and brokers which
New incentives to adopt E-Tax System Thailand’s Revenue Authority has approved a number of incentives for taxpayers to fully adopt the E-Tax System, which provides for digital reporting of invoices and withholding tax payments. Incentives include: Additional deduction allowances for costs reporting in the system
Compulsory reporting of e-invoices to government Thailand now requires taxpayers to submit electronic invoices to the government. The use of e-invoices is not compulsory; but since 2017 when adopted by any taxpayer, they must be submitted with the e-Tax and Invoice Receipt regime. Invoices are
Revenue Department gives e-service providers and marketplaces extra time on monthly filings and liability settlements Non-resident providers of electronic services have been given a postponement on their first VAT returns and payments. This follows Thailand introducing Value Added Tax on foreign providers in September 2021.
Thailand has become the latest country to impose Value Added Tax on non-resident providers and electronic marketplaces of digital or electronic services from 1 September 2021. This includes a VAT registration threshold of THB 1.8million annum (approx. €46,000), after which sellers should register with the
Thailand has delayed the deadlines on Value Added Tax filings again due to the economic impact of the coronavirus. The Thai Revenue office has changed the monthly returns dates as follows: June returns – due 30th instead of 15th July July returns – due 31
