Thailand to Tax All Online Imports Starting in 2026 Thailand will begin applying import duties and VAT to all cross-border online purchases starting 1 January 2026, eliminating the long-standing exemption for low-value items. The new policy aims to level the playing field for local retailers who have long argued that they face unfair competition from untaxed foreign goods. Authorities say the decision is part of a broader push to modernise the tax system, improve revenue collection and reduce un