Published: 03.09.2026
Outbound transfers from Thailand must go through an authorised bank or licensed money changer. Transfers above the equivalent of USD 200,000 generally require documents supporting the purpose of the payment, while emigrants may transfer legitimate assets abroad if they can document their source.
The sources describe an existing exchange-control framework that is particularly relevant when moving savings out of Thailand or leaving the country permanently. Large transactions require evidence of the funds’ source and the purpose of the transfer, so records relating to salary, property sales, inheritance or investments should be retained. This is unlikely to create a separate obstacle for ordinary transfers, but it directly affects investors, property owners and people closing their affairs in Thailand. The key issue is not a general ban on taking money out, but bank compliance checks and supporting documentation.