I plan to spend my retirement in Thailand. I have a question: Do Swiss citizens have to pay income tax as retirees in Thailand?

Only income earned in Thailand is subject to taxation during retirement. Therefore, you do not have to pay taxes on income earned abroad. Income tax is also not due for retirees in Thailand. Please note that you are not permitted to work in Thailand with a retirement visa. You will need a work permit. Once you finish working, you must leave Thailand and re-enter with a 90-day OA visa. Afterward, you will need to reapply for a one-year extension of your retirement visa.

Further questions and answers can be found on the "Frequently Asked Questions" page of this website.

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