Tax Back If Leaving Before Two Years?

[gavver]

Having been here for a year, we are now pondering our future. Does anybody know what the rules are about claiming back our tax if we leave before 2 years? My wife was recruited in the UK and I got a job once we got here. Both have work permits and are currently paying tax.

Any advice greatly received.

[sabaijai]

I've never heard of anyone getting Thai income tax back, whether after two months or two years. I'd be pretty surprised if it were possible.

[gavver]

It does happen, and it's got something to do with the UK-Thai Tax Treaty but trying to find out exactly how it works is proving very hard. There seems to be lots different views and 'rules' - bit like visas!!