Why Canadian clients need VAT Refund Filing
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Canadian clients pursuing "Retirement villas + Chiang Mai long-stay condos" in Thailand typically need VAT Refund Filing before launching or buying.
Even without a special treaty, Canadian clients use the Thailand-Canada DTT to avoid double taxation. We obtain the Certificate of Residence for you.
What you get with NYC Legal
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Thailand â Canada Double Tax Treaty
Thailand has a DTT with Canada preventing double taxation on dividends, interest, royalties, rent and capital gains.
We obtain the Certificate of Residence (R.O.21/22) translated into English / French so you can file the credit with Canada tax authorities.
For periodic filings â we compute, file online, and capture the official receipts.
Documents & process for Canadian clients
Passport + visa + Work Permit (if held) + Thai Tax ID.
Source-country business or income documents from Canada, translated to Thai + Apostille.
Workflow: 1) Free consult in English / French 2) Document audit 3) Petition/return preparation 4) Filing & follow-up 5) Monthly/quarterly summary report.
Fees & turnaround
Starting at quoted on request · 30â90.
Canadian clients on a monthly retainer save 15â25% and receive a free Quarterly Tax Review.
Invoices issued in English / French so you can claim the deduction back home under the DTT.
FAQ
Do Canadian nationals pay Thai tax if they stay under 180 days?
No â you are not a Thai tax resident. Only Thai-sourced income (e.g. rental from a Thai condo, salary from a Thai employer) is taxable.
What does VAT Refund Filing start at?
From quoted on request + 7% VAT â fixed quote before we start.
How long does it take?
30â90 at āļāļĢāļĄāļŠāļĢāļĢāļāļēāļāļĢ once documents are complete.
How does the Thailand-Canada DTT actually reduce my tax?
We obtain the Certificate of Residence from the Revenue Department, then you file it with the Canada tax authority to credit the Thai tax already paid â up to 100% of the overlap.
Can this be done while I'm overseas?
Yes â sign a POA + courier documents via DHL. We file and return the receipts.