Customs Department

  • Thailand NewsThailand tightens import rules to block substandard goods
    Ryan TurnerPublished: 10:56, 07 October 2024
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    Thailand tightens import rules to block substandard goods

    The Thai Industrial Standards Institute (TISI) has been directed by the Industry Ministry to collaborate with the Customs Department to enhance the screening of imported goods. The move aims to curb the influx of substandard products into Thailand through tightening import rules. Industry Minister Akanat Promphan announced measures to block low-quality imports, stressing the importance of protecting Thai industries. The…

  • Thailand NewsNew customs centre at Suvarnabhumi aims to boost Thai logistics
    Puntid TantivangphaisalPublished: 14:53, 06 September 2024
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    New customs centre at Suvarnabhumi aims to boost Thai logistics

    Airports of Thailand Ground Aviation Services (AOTGA) has inaugurated a new Customs Service Centre at Suvarnabhumi International Airport’s Free Zone 3, designed to boost Thailand’s logistics industry. Covering over 4,872 square metres and costing 150 million baht, this centre aims to streamline various transport and warehousing services. Sirivat Towachirakul, General Manager of AOTGA, announced the launch, highlighting its strategic importance…

  • Thailand NewsThai Customs seize drugs headed for Australia and Germany
    Puntid TantivangphaisalPublished: 11:09, 29 August 2024
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    Thai Customs seize drugs headed for Australia and Germany

    Thai Customs officials intercepted shipments containing illegal drugs concealed within everyday items destined for Australia and Germany, with a combined estimated value of over 14.74 million baht. Customs Advisor Phanthong Loikulnunt, acting as spokesperson for the Customs Department, announced the seizure. The first incident occurred when officials at Suvarnabhumi International Airport’s customs office scrutinised an express cargo shipment marked for…

  • Thailand NewsThailand to impose VAT on all imported goods from July onwards
    Ryan TurnerPublished: 16:37, 24 June 2024
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    Thailand to impose VAT on all imported goods from July onwards

    Thailand’s Ministry of Finance announced the collection of value-added tax (VAT) on imported goods, which aims to address disparities between foreign and domestic sellers in terms of tax obligations, effective from July 5 to December 31, 2024. The Royal Thai Government Gazette published the Ministry of Finance’s declaration today, June 24. The declaration focuses on customs duty exemptions for items…