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Thailand Delays Decision on VAT Rate Increase Amid Economic Concerns and Uncertainty

    Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Pichai Chunhavajira, announced that the government is still deciding whether to increase the VAT rate from 7% to 10% on 1 October 2025 or extend the current rate for another three years. The decision will be based on economic conditions, not political pressure. While a higher VAT could reduce public debt and support investment, it might negatively impact households and small businesses during slow economic growth. If no extension is granted, the VAT will rise to 10% in October 2025; otherwise, it will remain at 7% until at least September 2028.

Source: vatcalc.com

Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.



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