Key Takeaway
- The Thailand VAT refund scheme lets eligible tourists claim back the 7 per cent value-added tax on certain goods taken out of the country.
- You must spend at least 2,000 Baht (including VAT) at a single shop on the same day, at a store displaying the "VAT Refund for Tourists" sign.
- Goods must leave Thailand within 60 days of purchase, via an international airport.
- You'll need your passport, the P.P.10 (or e-P.P.10) form and the original tax invoice for every claim.
- Refunds up to 30,000 Baht can be paid in cash (Thai baht only), to a digital wallet, or to a credit card. Higher amounts are paid by bank draft or credit card.
- Services like hotel stays, restaurant meals, tours and spa treatments are not eligible.
Table Of Content
- What is VAT refund in Thailand?
- Can I get VAT refund in Thailand? Eligibility criteria
- What Purchases Qualify and What Doesn’t
- How Much is VAT Refund in Thailand?
- How To Get VAT Refund in Thailand: Step by step
- Where To Claim Your VAT Refund
- Modes Of Refund and Fees
- Common Mistakes That Get Claims Rejected
- Where To Stay For The Easiest Tax-free Shopping
- Frequently Asked Questions about VAT Refund in Thailand
If you're shopping in Thailand and wondering what is VAT refund in Thailand - t's a government scheme that allows non-resident tourists to claim back 7 per cent value-added tax on eligible goods purchased in Thailand and taken out of the country within 60 days. You shop at participating stores, collect a P.P.10 form, get it stamped by Customs at the airport and claim your refund before flying home. For travellers staying at ahotel apartment in Bangkok like Centre Point, plenty of eligible malls sit within walking distance of every property.
Let's walk through the full process step by step.
