Thailand raises import duty on online overseas orders, up to 30%

11 November 2026 · 50-word read

In 50 words

Thailand's Cabinet approved on 10 Nov a Finance Ministry plan to charge full customs tariffs, capped at 30%, on goods arriving by express courier and international post. Phone cases, headphones and sunglasses are among items rising to 30%. The rule starts once published in the Royal Gazette.

Why it matters

Shoppers, including foreigners, who order from overseas sellers on platforms such as Lazada, Shopee, TikTok Shop, Shein and Temu pay duty built into the checkout price, so higher rates will show up as higher prices.

What's next

The rule starts once the notice is published in the Royal Gazette, which the Customs Department expects by early next year.

Key dates

30 MarCustoms said it would seek higher rates up to the legal ceilings (year not stated in source).
1 JanThe 1,500-baht exemption ended and Customs began charging duty and 7% VAT on online imports from the first baht (year not stated in source).
10 NovCabinet approved the Finance Ministry plan to charge full tariffs, capped at 30%, on express courier and international post parcels.

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