Bangkok: The government is set to revolutionize tourism with a new initiative at the end of the year. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister of Thailand, has launched the "Travel Well, Get a Rebate" tax campaign, aiming to stimulate economic activity by offering tax deductions of up to 30,000 baht to travelers visiting secondary cities across the country.
According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister's Office Spokesperson Siripong Angkasakulkiat announced that Prime Minister Anutin has directed all relevant agencies to fast-track economic stimulus measures through domestic tourism. Under the concept "Travel Well, Get a Return," the campaign will run from October 29 to December 15, 2025. The goal is to distribute income to secondary cities and local communities, thereby strengthening the grassroots economy and providing nationwide income opportunities for Thais.
The tax deduction measure allows individuals to claim up to 20,000 baht from their travel expenses. A regular tax invoice or e-Tax Invoice can be used for the first 10,000 baht, while the remaining 10,000 baht must be claimed using an e-Tax Invoice only. For those traveling to secondary provinces, a deduction of 1.5 times the amount is offered, up to a maximum of 30,000 baht. This includes expenses for hotel accommodations, homestays, and meals at VAT-registered restaurants.
The government spokesperson highlighted that this measure is designed not only to invigorate the atmosphere at the end of the year but also to channel income from major cities to local areas, effectively "bringing money out of the city" to directly support communities. There is also a hope that Thais will travel more and contribute to economic growth through their own efforts.