Thailand Salary Tax Calculator 2026
Estimate your monthly net income by accounting for Personal Income Tax (PIT) brackets, Social Security contributions, and the special 17% LTR tax rate.
Last updated: May 2026
Apply flat 17% tax for high-skilled professionals
Monthly Net Take-home
Includes personal deduction (60k) and standard expense deduction (100k).
Tax Resident: You are considered a tax resident if you stay in Thailand for 180 days or more in a calendar year.
Thailand Personal Income Tax (PIT)
In 2026, Thailand follows a progressive tax system for residents and non-residents. Residents (those staying 180+ days) are entitled to various deductions, including a 60,000 THB personal deduction and a 50% expense deduction (capped at 100,000 THB).
For highly skilled professionals on the LTR (Long Term Resident) Visa, Thailand offers a highly competitive flat 17% tax rate on employment income, making it one of the most attractive destinations for global talent in Southeast Asia.
How to use this calculator
- 1Monthly Gross Salary — Input your total monthly salary in Thai Baht (฿).
- 2Check LTR Eligibility — If you are on an LTR visa for 'High-Skilled Professionals', toggle the LTR switch to see the flat 17% tax impact.
- 3Mandatory SSF — The tool automatically subtracts the 5% Social Security contribution (capped at 750 THB).
- 4Review Net Pay — See your final monthly take-home pay after all Thai tax withholdings.
Formula & example
Net Pay = Gross - (Income Tax + Social Security)
Example: Monthly Gross Salary of ฿100,000 (No LTR).
- Social Security: ฿750
- Annual Taxable: ฿1,031,000 (after deductions)
- Monthly Tax: ~฿10,100
- Monthly Net Take-home: ~฿89,150
Benefits
Salary Negotiation
Understand your 'Net' value before accepting an offer in Bangkok or Phuket.
LTR Visualization
Easily see if applying for an LTR visa is worth it based on your salary level.
Budget Planning
Plan your lifestyle expenses based on your actual take-home pay in Thai Baht.
Use cases
Expats in Tech
Software engineers and digital nomads moving to Thailand on work permits or LTR visas.
Local Employees
Thai nationals and permanent residents tracking their monthly tax obligations.
Corporate HR
Quickly estimating the net pay for international candidates during the recruitment process.
Frequently asked questions
Is the first 150k annual income tax-free?+
Yes, in Thailand, the first 150,000 THB of taxable income is exempt from PIT.
What is the SSF cap?+
Social Security is capped at a monthly salary of 15,000 THB, meaning the maximum deduction is 750 THB per month.
Who qualifies for LTR 17% tax?+
Primarily high-skilled professionals working in target industries (like digital, automotive, or biotech) with an LTR visa.