Export Documentation

Export Documentation for Thailand: Required Documents

Documents for shipping to or from Thailand: core documents, certificates, restricted goods, and customs procedures.

Country
Thailand
Customs authority
Thai Customs Department
Trading bloc
RCEP, ASEAN
Currency
THB
Estimated clearance
1-3 days typical

Thai Customs e-Customs system

VAT (7%) on imports

FDA approval for food/drugs

TISI standards for regulated products

Core documents

  • Commercial Invoice (required): English accepted
  • Packing List (required): Detailed contents
  • Bill of Lading / Air Waybill (required): Transport document
  • Import Declaration (required): Via e-Customs

Additional documents

  • Certificate of Origin: For RCEP/ASEAN rates
  • FDA License: For food, drugs, cosmetics
  • TISI Certificate: Product standards

Special certificates

  • Thai FDA License: applies to Food, drugs, cosmetics, issued by Thai FDA.
  • TISI Mark: applies to Regulated products, issued by TISI.

Customs procedures

  • e-Customs electronic system
  • Green/red lane inspection
  • Bonded warehouse available

Restricted goods

  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Food additives
  • Electronics
  • Agricultural products

Prohibited goods

  • Narcotics
  • Counterfeit goods
  • Obscene materials
  • E-cigarettes

Tips

  • Laem Chabang very efficient
  • ASEAN origin goods have benefits
  • FDA registration takes time

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Frequently asked questions

Is Thailand efficient for customs clearance?

Yes, Thailand has modernized customs with e-Customs system making clearance relatively efficient.

What is TISI?

Thai Industrial Standards Institute sets mandatory standards for many product categories.