Thailand cabinet approves up to 30% import duty on e-commerce goods

Import duties of up to 30% will apply to a wider range of goods bought through e-commerce platforms, express delivery and international post, the cabinet has approved. The Customs Department expects the new rates to take effect early next year, replacing a notification that reduced or exempted parcel import tariffs. Clothing stays at 30%, while items such as jewellery rise from zero to 30% and headphones from 10% to 30%.

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What this means for you

  • Foreigners in Thailand who buy goods from overseas e-commerce platforms, express delivery or international post will face duties of up to 30% on a wider range of items.
  • The new rates are expected to take effect early next year.

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  • e-commerce
  • import duty
  • customs
  • cost of living
  • shopping