RandolphGB Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 I’ve read before that the limit is £6k or equivalent in foreign currency but this site says it is $20k or equivalent https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/TH-Thailand-customs-currency-airport-tax-regulations-details.htm Which one is right? I’ll be traveling from Heathrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubonjoe Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 You can bring up to $20,000 US into the country without having to declare it. "Foreign Currency Travelers bringing foreign currency more than USD 20,000 or its equivalent into or out of Thailand are required to make a report to Customs. This report is required by the Ministerial Regulation (No. 25) B.E. 2530 issued under the Authority of the Currency Exchange Control Act B.E. 2485 and relevant regulations." Source: http://en.customs.go.th/content.php?ini_content=arriving_in_thailand&lang=en&left_menu=menu_arriving_in_thailand I wonder if the 6k pound number is the most you can take out of the UK without declaring it. For the US it is $10k. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandolphGB Posted September 7, 2018 Author Share Posted September 7, 2018 UK seems to be 10,000 euros or equivalent . Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangkokhatter Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 Flew in from Singapore last night and on landing they showed a video of various regulations on entering the Kingdom and it stated the amount now was 15,000 USD or it's equivalent. Always used to be 20,000. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Esso49 Posted September 7, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted September 7, 2018 You can bring in far larger amounts no problem. Just declare it through the correct channel and of course the reason for it, and no problem. Over the years I have never encountered any problems but of course I have declared it properly and provided them with the reason and access to supporting information . Never has the reason been followed up by the authorities. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simoh1490 Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 There is no limit to the amount of cash you can bring into Thailand, as long as it is reported. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJAS Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 1 hour ago, RandolphGB said: UK seems to be 10,000 euros or equivalent . Thanks This is not an absolute maximum limit, but, if over this amount, the cash needs to be declared whether taken into or out of the UK:- https://www.gov.uk/bringing-cash-into-uk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keystonecoppers2 Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 UbonJoe, as you know all about everything here, what would the amount be if you transfer money, on a monthly basis, to a thai bank, without raising some suspicion? The money is huge, so I think it will be portioned out. The the money is of course legally aquired, no money laundring here! Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mejomini Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 15 minutes ago, keystonecoppers2 said: UbonJoe, as you know all about everything here, what would the amount be if you transfer money, on a monthly basis, to a thai bank, without raising some suspicion? The money is huge, so I think it will be portioned out. The the money is of course legally aquired, no money laundring here! Thanks in advance! 50K U.S. raised flags both stateside and in Thailand. Nothing serious, but lots of questions asked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubonjoe Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 18 minutes ago, keystonecoppers2 said: UbonJoe, as you know all about everything here, what would the amount be if you transfer money, on a monthly basis, to a thai bank, without raising some suspicion? Not sure of what the amount would be for here. Perhaps the equivalent of 2 million baht. I would be more concerned about the country it is sent from than here. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keystonecoppers2 Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 Thanks mejomini. So, 50k USD would be ok, on a monthly basis, one 50k to my wifes bank and 50k to my own bank? I have paperwork from a English Lawyer firm and British government that the money coming in, is perfectly legal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keystonecoppers2 Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 Thanks Ubonjoe. Well, I`m not in a hurry, but would like to bring the money here, on a slow basis. I have not much connections to the former country or life that I`ve had. This is my place. And my good wife will have it all, when I`m done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chivas Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 (edited) Been mentioned multiple times in as much as not what you can bring into Thailand but more what you can take out of Heathrow without any potential issue Up to £999.99 no problems From £1000 to 10,000 Euros questions "can" be asked as to origin (note the currency difference) 10,000 Euro and above written declaration Been on the statute books since 2002 Its the second bracket that so many are not aware of and only believe that its the 3rd tier thats important Get tugged on final gate by a money dog and explanations of won it on the dogs will see you travelling (or aborting) without it Edited September 8, 2018 by Chivas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keystonecoppers2 Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 The thing is, the money will be transfered from England to another EU country, bank to bank, with all paperwork in the clear. So, no money while going through Heathrow or any other airport in England. I know there will be some issues in my home country, but with all papers clear, there will not be any obstacles. I was just concerned about how the Thai government is looking into bank transfers coming in to a Thai bank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackcab Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 There is no limit to how much cash you can carry into Thailand. Anything over 20,000 USD or the equivalent must be declared. As others have mentioned, you must also abide by the regulations of the country you depart from, and also any country where you have to transfer if the transfer involves you exiting the airport through customs (for example to catch a flight from a different airport). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keystonecoppers2 Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 Once again: I will not carry any money, I will transfer from one bank in Europe to one bank in Thailand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wgdanson Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 19 hours ago, simoh1490 said: There is no limit to the amount of cash you can bring into Thailand, as long as it is reported. Or hidden ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wgdanson Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 13 minutes ago, keystonecoppers2 said: Once again: I will not carry any money, I will transfer from one bank in Europe to one bank in Thailand. But you could be asked to show Bht 20,000 in cash on your person, depending on your Visa status. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keystonecoppers2 Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 Yes, I know that. I always carry about 22.000 baht when arriving. However, I will not be travelling in and out to any extent anymore. This is the place I will stay until I die (hopefully not in a road accident!!)! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaurene Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 (edited) You have to declare any money in excess of Us$20,000. You can take much more in just declare it at the red channel. They take you into a side office and fill a small form out, they give you a copy and off you go. Done it a few times. Not problems or HASTLE. Have always been treated very friendly. I did not have to show them the money eather. If you bring a lot in I would suggest you have a bank document to show you withdrew it from your account. Edited September 8, 2018 by shaurene I missed a point I should have mentioned Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fulhamster Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 6 hours ago, ubonjoe said: Not sure of what the amount would be for here. Perhaps the equivalent of 2 million baht. I would be more concerned about the country it is sent from than here. I was told in Bangkok Bank last month that anything up to 1.5 million baht is ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wazzupnow Posted September 8, 2018 Share Posted September 8, 2018 14 hours ago, keystonecoppers2 said: UbonJoe, as you know all about everything here, what would the amount be if you transfer money, on a monthly basis, to a thai bank, without raising some suspicion? The money is huge, so I think it will be portioned out. The the money is of course legally aquired, no money laundring here! Thanks in advance! most people here would love to have ur problems 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keystonecoppers2 Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 thanks Wazzupnow, but sometimes have to much does not makes life easier, only make you buy what you want, without thinking to much about it. And also, not speak about it too much, people here like to think that all the money is in the matress, and then you`re house is up for burglary, sooner or later. I have cameras around my house, so I`m not nervous about it. But, no, not any big money in the house, sorry about that!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGareth2 Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 my UK bank told me 25K per month Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keystonecoppers2 Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 Thanks AGareth2. Then I at least have a hint, and I will surely ask my bank back home also, so as everything will be fine and dandy. Thanks everyone for your replys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpjack Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 you are very safe with 11500 dollars / 10000 euro / 9000 pounds at todays rates. ensure to stick to it or risk it being taken ...and they will take it !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Weird Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 23 hours ago, ubonjoe said: Not sure of what the amount would be for here. Perhaps the equivalent of 2 million baht. I would be more concerned about the country it is sent from than here. That's correct, the BOT instructs the banks to make checks at the B2m level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natway09 Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 Anything over 20,000 USD there may be a commission of 4% (no receipt) 555 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThaiPauly Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 OK, well that seems to have cleared that up. How much are you allowed to take OUT? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubonjoe Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 8 minutes ago, ThaiPauly said: How much are you allowed to take OUT? The same $20k US for foreign currency in cash. Or 50k baht in cash unless going to neighboring countries. See: http://en.customs.go.th/content.php?ini_content=departing_from_thailand&lang=en&left_menu=menu_departing_from_thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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