ChasingTheSun

As long as they dont start to include worldwide taxes on those visas you would be safe.

i doubt that there will be a “changing of the guard.” Low income expat pensioners cannot replace an exodus of wealthier expats.

If the tax laws change to include a new taxation of an expats non-Thai/worldwide income, regardless of if/when it is remitted, you will indeed begin to see a very serious “mass exodus of quality expats” from all over Thailand.

35% is “fair”? what do you get for your 35% donation to Thailands coffers?

Are these guys gonna report their worldwide income in Thailand and then pay Thailand taxes on it if they stay longer than 6months in a calendar year?

The problem is that for every one that leaves, two more are coming!

Yes it is a big island and offers something for everyone. East coast property is much cheaper and far less visited for many reasons. Enjoy the east coast if thats your thing, but most people understandably prefer the great beaches and amazing sunsets on the west coast.

Can you name somewhere that got better over the last 40 years?

what are the significant changes which you feel happened since 2009?

Have lived in Phuket since 2009. Haven't seen any significant changes since then. - a few new condos and malls. - more Russians/Ukranians than before the SMO - chinese tour groups came, then disappeared, then came back - a few more indians/north africans/GCC tourists - traffic a little worse Prices to buy/rent villas and condos have generally increased, and that has probably driven-out many lower income long-term expats who just cant afford it. Still waiting for someone to tell us where it is better overall in SE Asia?? .

The DTV visa agencies will also register Tax Identification Numbers for all the new folks who will need to start paying tax on their worldwide income as tax residents of Thailand? Asking for a friend. .

Nothing to see here folks. Typical exporters cribbing when the baht is strong, but silent as they gorge on a weak baht. The baht is just slightly stronger vs USD on a ten year average.

And how will those who stay longer than 183 days in a calendar year be taxed in Thailand on their worldwide income?

Lots of countries don't tax personal worldwide income/cap gains. Singapore and HK are two prominent ones in Asia. Thailand would be in good company if they just keep the system as is. Otherwise, they will lose most of their wealthy retired expats, killing the real estate industry and a big part of the consumption they represent.

Pattaya has a reputation for one thing only, and its the opposite of “world class” .