Living in Thailand while working in South Africa

By Mark 03 April 2022

Can I live in Thailand and work remotely for a company in South Africa?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. If you are not an employee of the company in South Africa, you will need to obtain a visa from the South African Embassy in Thailand.
  2. If you are a South African citizen, you may need to obtain a work permit from the South African Department of Home Affairs.
  3. If you are a South African citizen, you will need to obtain a visa from the Thai Embassy in South Africa.
  4. If you are a South African citizen, you will need to obtain a work permit from the Department of Home Affairs in South Africa.

How to find remote work in South Africa while living in Thailand?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in South Africa even though you are located in Thailand. For that we need to have a clear understanding of what are the requirements and what are the things to be considered before applying for a remote job.

The first thing that we need to consider is that South Africa is a developed country and it is a hub of business and technology. It is the place where you can find a lot of remote jobs and it is the place where you can find a lot of companies that are looking for remote workers.
If you are living in Thailand, it is not a problem for you to get a remote job in South Africa. However, if you are looking for a remote job in Thailand, it is not a good idea to apply for a remote job in South Africa.

Why?
Because there is a lot of competition for remote jobs in South Africa. There are a lot of companies that are looking for remote workers and there are a lot of companies that are looking for remote workers in Thailand.
If you are living in Thailand and you are looking for a remote job in Thailand, you are better off applying for a remote job in Thailand.
In Thailand, it is easier for you to find a remote job because there are a lot of companies that are looking for remote workers.
If you are living in Thailand, you can apply for a remote job in Thailand.

How to get paid in Thailand when working remotely for a corporation in South Africa?

You can get paid in Thailand even if you are working for a company in South Africa, however , it is very important to have a good understanding of the laws and regulations in Thailand.

If you are planning to work in Thailand, you need to understand that there are a lot of things that you need to consider before you start working in Thailand.
To work in Thailand, you need to have a valid work permit and a work permit is only issued if you have a residence in Thailand.
If you are working in Thailand and you are a South African citizen, you need to have a work permit and a residence in Thailand.
You can get a residence in Thailand if you are married to a Thai citizen and you have been living in Thailand for more than 6 months.
You can also get a residence in Thailand if you are a South African citizen and you have been living in Thailand for more than 6 months.
The process of getting a residence in Thailand is very simple and it only takes a few days to get your residence in Thailand.
You need to have a valid work permit and a residence in Thailand.

How do taxes work in Thailand if I’m working remotely for a company Thailand?

When working remotely in Thailand for a firm based in South Africa, taxes might be tricky, therefore , it is very important to know how to calculate your Thai income and what to declare.

The first thing to note is that there is no income tax in Thailand. However, the government does impose a Value Added Tax (VAT) of between 15% and 18% on most goods and services.
The second thing to note is that the government does not require you to pay any taxes on your income. However, if you are an employee and are paid in cash, you are required to pay a withholding tax of 10% on your salary.
The third thing to note is that you are required to declare any income that exceeds the Thailand’s tax-free threshold of 100,000 baht. If you earn more than this amount, you must pay the difference between 100,000 baht and the amount you earn, plus any applicable withholding tax.
The fourth thing to note is that you are required to pay any tax due on any income earned from a foreign source. This includes income earned from a foreign employer.
The fifth thing to note is that you are required to pay tax on any income earned from a foreign source, even if you are not employed by that foreign employer.
If you are working for a foreign employer, the foreign employer will withhold tax from your salary and pay it to the Thai government.
If you are employed by a foreign employer, you will be required to pay the foreign employer’s withholding tax.