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Thailand offers international tourists a chance to claim a VAT refund on goods purchased during their trip. If you’re visiting Thailand and shopping at stores displaying the “VAT Refund for Tourists” sign, you can get back up to 7% of the purchase value before you depart.
Explera DMC helps travelers understand and complete this process seamlessly at airports, downtown refund counters, and online support.
Who Can Claim a Tax Refund in Thailand ?
You are eligible for a VAT refund if:
● You are a non-Thai resident visiting Thailand temporarily.● You depart Thailand by air from an international airport.● You purchase goods from shops registered under VAT Refund for Tourists scheme.● Your purchases are at least 2,000 THB per day per shop and at least 5,000 THB total for the trip.
How to Claim a Thailand VAT Refund – Step-by-Step ?
You are eligible for a VAT refund if:
● You are a non-Thai resident visiting Thailand temporarily.● You depart Thailand by air from an international airport.● You purchase goods from shops registered under VAT Refund for Tourists scheme.● Your purchases are at least 2,000 THB per day per shop and at least 5,000 THB total for the trip.
How to Claim a Thailand VAT Refund – Step-by-Step ?
1. Shop at Authorized Stores
● Look for stores with the blue “VAT Refund for Tourists” logo.Present your passport at the time of purchase.● Request a P.P.10 Form (VAT Refund Application Form).
2. Before Leaving Thailand
At the airport, show:● Purchased items● Original receipts● P.P.10 form● Passport and boarding pass
Get your documents stamped by the Customs officer before check-in.
3. After Immigration
Proceed to the VAT Refund Office inside the departure area:● Submit your stamped P.P.10 form and receipts.● You may get an immediate cash refund (up to 30,000 THB) or bank transfer for larger amounts.
Thailand Airports with VAT Refund Counters
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) – Bangkok
Don Mueang Airport (DMK) – Bangkok
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
Tips from Explera DMC
Keep all original receipts neatly attached to the P.P.10 form.
Arrive at the airport at least 1 hour earlier for refund processing.
VAT refunds apply only to goods you take out of Thailand, not services or food.
Refunds below 30 THB are not paid.
Refund Options & Fees
Cash RefundCredit Card RefundBank Draft
Available up to 30,000 THB at airportPaid to your card within 30–45 daysSent to your home country
100 THB100 THB + 0.5% fee100 THB + 100 THB mailing fee