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Everything you need to help you plan your move.
We always recommend speaking directly to the relevant embassy for the most accurate and up to date moving advice:
Popular Destinations in Thailand
Global Moving Services is vastly experience in international removals to cities all over the globe. Their long history and detailed knowledge of different countries makes them the perfect choice for your move. Here are some of the most popular destinations we are asked to move people to in Thailand:
Bangkok, Nonthaburi, Nakhon Ratchasima, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai, Udon Thani. Get a quote to one of these places
Need Help?
If you are unsure about what you need, one of our international move managers is always willing to help. Just call us on +44 121 392 1720, or fill out an international removal enquiry, and we’ll ease you through the process.
Moving Your Money
If you’re moving to Thailand, it’s very likely you’ll have to exchange a large amount of currency. Many people waste thousands doing this through their bank as they think there is no alternative; but we partner with Global Reach who specialise in doing just this. Global Reach will offer all Global Moving Services customers preferential rates when exchanging currency and guarantee to beat other rates you’re receiving. Ask one of our move managers about this, to find out more click here or give us a call: +44 121 392 1720.
Get Insurance
We always advise taking out an insurance policy with us on every move. Although we like to think we’re the best in the industry, the odd accident can occasionally happen. For added peace of mind, make sure to speak to one of our move managers about this.
If you have already contracted us for your international removal to Thailand, then you can download the insurance form and email the completed form back to your international relocation manager.
Moving Your Car Or Motorcycle
Below is a list of the documents you will need when planning to move your vehicle to Thailand:
- Original Passport (Of the individual moving/importing the goods)
- Original driving license
- Original car registration
- DP1 document (from respective Embassy)
- Diplomatic exemption certificate (applicable only to diplomatic relocations / diplomats moving)
- One set of certified copy of all documents mentioned and certified by the owner of the goods
- Import license (from Ministry of Commerce in Thailand)
- Original bill of lading
Additional Import Advice
- Shipments containing more than one of any electrical appliance will be subject to Customs taxes and duties.
- Duties range from 213% to 308% for cars and 94% for motorcycles not shipped under diplomatic status.
- Motorcycles cannot be imported unless qualifying under diplomatic status or the owner of the goods has an import license.
- Before the shipment of motor vehicles, the owner of the goods must obtain approval from the Ministry of Commerce and the import permit must be granted.
- Import licenses are rarely granted to non – citizens.
- Individuals must have owned the vehicle at least one and a half years prior to import and must have correct documentation supporting the claim.
- Must have a work permit and a visa of at least one year old from immigration in Thailand.
- If a spouse wants to import a vehicle, and is not working but following the working spouse to Thailand, then documentation must be shown as proof.
- If the permit is approved and the automobile has been imported, the owner of the goods cannot sell it for at least three years from the date of the approval.
Relocating Your Pets to Thailand
These documents will be required when planning to relocate your pet to Thailand:
- Vaccination record
- Import permit for cargo shipment
- Pet export license (if applicable)
- Pet’s container
- Copy of the owner of the goods’ passport
- Government health certificate
Additional Import Advice
- Cats and dogs only
- Owner of the goods is not allowed to be present.
- There is no quarantine period.
- Pet must be at least 4 months old.
- Baggage pets are not subject to Customs clearance.
- Cargo Pets are subject to Customs clearance.
- Document processing takes 3-4 business days.
- Pet(s) must be vaccinated against rabies, Leptospirosis, Distemper, Hepatitis and Parvovirus, wherever possible, a period of 21 days before the departure is recommended.
- Other vaccination is voluntary.
- Pet(s) will be dutiable at a rate of 30% based on cost , insurance, freight (CIF) value which will be calculated by customs assessment division.
- Prior to import, send photo copies of:
- Health certificate from the veterinarian (not the Official Health Certificate which is needed when the pet has arrived)
- Rabies vaccination certificate
- Passport or other identification of the owner
- Picture of pet(s)
- Flight details
- All documents must be in English
Think very carefully before moving these items to Thailand. Items on this list will be taxed and/or require specific permission to import. In all cases they must be declared prior to you relocating to Thailand:
- Wine, spirits, foodstuffs (must not be included in the shipment without prior consultation) – taxes and duties apply to quantities in excess of 180%
- Baby items, including toys
- Antiques and objects of art (permission from the Fine Arts Department is required)
- Office items and equipment
- Sports equipment, including golf sets
- Musical instruments, including pianos
- Only one of each electrical item is allowed duty and tax free; subsequent items will be assessed on the most expensive items.
- Firearms, ammunition, fireworks (permission from the Ministry of Interior)
- Wild flora, fauna, fish, and other aquatic fauna (permission from the National Park, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Department / Department of Agriculture / or Department of Fishery is required)
- Toys, baby items, office items including files, bicycles, exercise equipment, sport equipment, golf sets, and certain luxury items including crystal glasses and porcelain vases, and fax machines are all dutiable and are not considered by Customs for duty exemption especially coming in via air freight.
- Luxury items, including crystal and porcelain
- Alcohol
Do not move any of these items to Thailand:
- Pornographic or obscene objects, literature, pictures, etc.
- Counterfeit currency, bonds, coins or other counterfeit objects
- Medical equipment without a license
- Buddha heads / non full figure Buddha article or religious items
- Firearms, ammunition
- Shortwave radios
- Gold and silver
- The following additional items are prohibited in GMS Baggage/Courier Consignments:
- Aerosols (all kinds, Hairspray, Deodorant etc)
- Aftershaves / Perfumes / Fragrances
- Airbags
- Alcoholic Drinks or Bottles
- Ammunition of any kind
- Animals of any kind (Dead or Alive)
- Any items containing Petrol (Liquid, Gas or Fumes)
- Biological Samples
- Car Batteries
- Cash & Cards (Credit / Debit)
- Chainsaws
- Cheques (Bank)
- Christmas Crackers
- Counterfeit Currency
- Dangerous Goods
- Driving Licence
- Drugs (Including Prescription)
- Engines
- Excrement / Filth
- Fire Extinguishers
- Fish (Dead or Live)
- Foodstuffs (all kinds)
- Hazardous Goods
- Human Remains (including ashes)
- Infectious Substances
- Knives
- Laptop Computers, Mobile/Smart Phones or Tablets
- Lighters
- Lottery Tickets
- Nail Varnish / Nail Varnish Remover
- Oils
- Paints
- Passports
- Perishable Goods (All)
- Plants / Seeds etc
- Printer Toner
- Seatbelt Tensioners and Steering Wheels
- Stamps
- Tobacco
- Water
- Weapons (all kinds, including replicas)
- Windscreens
Disclaimer: Customs regulations can change at any time with or without notice. This information is provided as a guide only. While Global Moving Services has exercised reasonable care in publishing this information, Global Moving Services makes no representation, either expressed or implied, as to its accuracy or applicability.