What is the minimum purchase for tax free shopping in Thailand?

You must spend at least ฿2,000 per store per day, and your total qualifying purchases must be at least ฿5,000 to claim a refund at the airport.

What is the VAT rate in Thailand?

Thailand's standard VAT rate is 7%, which is lower than most European countries but still provides meaningful savings on large purchases.

How do I claim my tax refund at Bangkok airport?

Get a PP10 VAT Refund Form at participating stores. At Suvarnabhumi Airport, visit the customs inspection counter before check-in for items over ฿10,000, then claim your refund at the VAT Refund Office after passport control.

Where can I shop tax free in Thailand?

Look for the 'VAT Refund for Tourists' sign at shopping malls and stores. Major locations include Siam Paragon, CentralWorld, EmQuartier, and King Power in Bangkok.

What payment methods are available for refund?

Refunds under ฿30,000 can be paid in cash (Thai Baht). Larger amounts are refunded by bank draft or credit card transfer.

Last updated: 28.03.2026

Thailand Tax Free Shopping Calculator 2026

Calculate your VAT refund on purchases in Thailand. Foreign tourists can reclaim up to 5% on purchases over ฿2,000 per store.

This calculator provides estimates based on Thailand's 7% VAT rate. Actual refund depends on processing fees. You must spend at least ฿5,000 total to claim at the airport.

Calculate Your Thailand Tax RefundUpdates instantly

Enter your purchase amount in Thailand. Standard VAT rate: 7%. Minimum spend: ฿2,000.00.

Example: ฿6,000.00 purchase in Thailand

฿314.02estimated refund (5.23% back)

VAT included: ฿392.52After processing fee: −฿78.50

Enter your actual purchase amount above for a precise calculation.

Not eligible for tax refund

×Services (hotels, restaurants, transport, tours)
×Digital goods and downloads
×Goods consumed in-country (food eaten on-site)
×Motor vehicles and boats
×Goods for commercial or business use
×Goods shipped directly by the retailer (already VAT-free)

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