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| Import Regulations in Thailand | A yacht can be imported into Thailand with Customs Duty at zero per cent. The only tax applicable is VAT, currently set at 7%. VAT will be calculated on the CIF value (Cost + Insurance + Freight) of the boat. For the purpose of calculating VAT, the boat is valued at its purchase price. However, the Customs Officer must agree that value stated is a fair market price.
The above applies to both new and pre-owned boats. In the latter case, there is room for negotiation on value depending on the boat's condition. Procedures, and the documentation required, are complicated. Employing a professional agency will remove a lot of the frustration. Below are guidelines on what is required.
Importing a foreign vehicle in Thailand falls under two categories: temporary and permanent importation.
Taxes and duty are not required for those who import a vehicle for a short visit. However, a cash deposit or bank guarantee that covers the amount of liable taxes and duties is necessary. This will be forfeited if the car is not exported within the time indicated on the temporary import papers.
Required Documents: Temporary Import Declaration Form, plus five copies; the vehicle's registration certificate; a passport or identification card of the vehicle's owner; an application form for the temporary import of the vehicle; a proforma invoice or invoice; Certificate of Legal Entity; re-Export Contract; if the car is to be driven by someone other than the owner, proof of Power of Attorney is required.
The following documents are required for the permanent import of a new vehicle: valid non-immigrant visa; a work permit valid for at least one year; an import declaration form; bill of loading or air waybill; sale documents; Delivery Order (Customs Form No. 100/1); Foreign Transaction Form 2 in case where the CIF value of the imported vehicles exceeds 500,000 Baht; an insurance premium invoice.
Used or second-hand vehicles will also require the following documents: house registration certificate (Tabien Baan) or the land title (Chanote) or the Condo title deed; passport; vehicle registration certificate indicating that the imported vehicle was used abroad for at least 18 months; an import permit from the Ministry of Commerce. |
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