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Customs, Import/Export & FTA

Complete Customs Services — Form D/E/AANZ/JTEPA, Invoice, BL, Declarations, AEO, Free Zone

End-to-end import/export support — all FTA Certificates of Origin, MoJ-certified translation of Invoice/Packing/BL/L-C, customs declarations, customs POAs, and AEO/Free Zone/Bonded Warehouse advisory.

13+ document typesCustoms Act B.E. 2560DFT e-CO portal

Certificate of Origin (FTA Form D/E/AANZ/JTEPA)

Certificate of Origin — Form D (ATIGA)

Form D

Preferential CO under the ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement — full preparation, DFT e-CO submission, and certified English translation.

DFT fee THB 50 per certificate; service fee fees on request

Certificate of Origin — Form E (ACFTA)

Form E

Preferential CO for exports to China under ASEAN–China FTA — full preparation and DFT submission.

DFT fee THB 50; service fees on request

Certificate of Origin — Form AANZ (AANZFTA)

Form AANZ

Preferential CO for exports to Australia and New Zealand under AANZFTA.

DFT fee THB 50; service fees on request

Certificate of Origin — Form JTEPA (Japan–Thailand EPA)

Form JTEPA

Preferential CO for Thailand–Japan bilateral EPA exports — handled with PSR and translation.

DFT fee THB 50; service fees on request

Shipping Docs (Invoice/Packing/BL/L-C)

Commercial Invoice — Certified Translation

INV-CERT

MoJ-certified translation of commercial invoices for cross-border customs clearance.

MoJ translator certification THB 200/document

Packing List — Certified Translation

PL-CERT

Certified translation of packing lists for customs clearance and L/C submission.

MoJ certification THB 200/document

Bill of Lading / Air Waybill — Certified Translation

BL/AWB

Certified translation of BL/AWB for customs and insurance claims.

MoJ certification THB 200/document

Letter of Credit — Certified Translation

L/C

Certified translation of L/C and UCP 600 references for cross-border trade.

MoJ certification THB 200/document

Customs Declarations & POA

Import Declaration (ใบขนสินค้าขาเข้า) — Translation

IMP

Translation of Thai import declarations for foreign tax audits and group reporting.

MoJ certification THB 200/document

Export Declaration (ใบขนสินค้าขาออก) — Translation

EXP

Translation of Thai export declarations for refund claims and overseas audits.

MoJ certification THB 200/document

Customs Power of Attorney

POA-CUS

Drafting, translation, and notarization of POA appointing customs broker on behalf of importer/exporter.

Stamp duty THB 30; notary THB 500

Compliance — AEO/Free Zone/Bonded

Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Application Support

AEO

Documentation, translation, and compliance manual drafting for AEO certification by Thai Customs.

No government fee; service fee fees on request (project-based)

Free Zone / Bonded Warehouse Application

FZ/BWH

Document preparation and translation for Free Zone or Bonded Warehouse establishment under Thai Customs.

Application fee varies; service fees on request

Free quote — Form D/E/AANZ, AEO, Free Zone — LINE @THAIL · Tel 092-0170000

Thai Customs, Import/Export Licensing and Trade Compliance

Thai Customs (Krom Sulakakorn) implements the Customs Act B.E. 2560 with a modern e-Customs system, Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) programme, ASEAN Single Window integration, and Free Trade Agreement preference administration. iLC's customs practice supports importers and exporters with: HS-code classification, Rules of Origin certificates (Form D, Form E, Form AK, Form JTEPA), duty-drawback claims, Section 19 bonded storage, BOI machinery duty exemption, Free-Zone / IEAT dispensations, and enforcement responses (post-clearance audit, tariff dispute, and Customs court litigation). The 2025 amendments accelerated post-clearance audit windows to 5 years from clearance date, making documentation retention and pre-classification advisories essential for risk management.

End-to-End Process — customs import export

The workflow below reflects current 2025–2026 practice with the relevant Thai authority and factors in queue seasonality, translation dependencies, and cross-agency handoffs.

  1. 1) Classification and valuation

    HS-code assignment plus customs valuation under WTO Valuation Agreement.

  2. 2) FTA / Rules of Origin

    Preferential origin certificate selection to minimise duty.

  3. 3) Licence and permit assembly

    Import licences from FDA, DOA, TISI, NBTC, or Excise as applicable.

  4. 4) e-Customs declaration

    Submission via e-Customs (Paperless) with duty computation.

  5. 5) Clearance and delivery

    Physical clearance, examination if red-lane, and delivery to warehouse.

  6. 6) Post-clearance compliance

    Retention of records for 5 years and defence of any audit.

Documents and Preconditions

The checklist below covers standard files. Complex or corporate matters can add supplementary certificates, board resolutions, or notarised affidavits; iLC brief these during the intake call.

  • Commercial invoice and packing list
  • Bill of Lading / Air Waybill
  • HS-code classification opinion
  • Product technical specification
  • FTA certificate of origin (if applicable)
  • Regulatory permit (FDA, TISI, etc.)

Who Uses This Service

Real-world scenarios where clients rely on this service every month, spanning individual, family, and corporate mandates.

Electronics importer

AEO enrolment plus JTEPA / RCEP preference for tariff optimisation.

Machinery for BOI project

Machinery duty exemption under BOI Section 28 with import licence.

Consumer goods exporter

Form D under ATIGA for ASEAN destinations.

Cross-border courier fulfilment

Simplified declarations for de minimis parcels under 1,500 THB.

Options and Trade-offs

Three delivery paths are usually available. We select the option that balances cost, deadline pressure, and destination-authority preferences.

OptionProsTrade-offs
Standard declarationUniversally acceptedSlower for high-volume filers
AEOGreen-lane clearance, reduced auditsCompliance investment and annual review
Free Zone / IEATFull duty deferral until domestic salePhysical presence in the zone required

In-Depth FAQ

What is the AEO programme?

Authorised Economic Operator — a WCO trusted-trader framework offering priority clearance and reduced inspection rates.

How long is a Form D valid?

12 months from date of issue, but goods must be shipped within the validity window.

Can we self-classify HS codes?

Yes but classification errors risk penalty; pre-classification opinion is recommended for new products.

What is the post-clearance audit window?

5 years from the date of clearance under the 2025 amendments.

Points to check

Before you proceed: Thai Customs, Import/Export Licensing and Trade Compliance

“Before proceeding with Thai Customs, Import/Export Licensing and Trade Compliance, check names across documents and confirm the receiving authority's requirements to avoid incomplete submissions.”
Thai Law & Accounting Services Co., Ltd.
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Scope to assess

Service tierFees
เอกสารเดี่ยว / Single docAsk our team for a quote
แปล + Notary / Translation + NotaryAsk our team for a quote
MFA legalizationAsk our team for a quote
Embassy chain / สถานทูตAsk our team for a quote

Workflow

  1. 01Review documents and the receiving authority's requirements
  2. 02Assess scope, fee, and timing for the specific case
  3. 03Process the documents and coordinate any further certification
  4. 04Check completeness and deliver by the agreed method

Before submission

For Thai Customs, Import/Export Licensing and Trade Compliance, confirm names, document types, and the receiving authority's current requirements before starting. Timing and fees depend on each case.

Please confirm current requirements with the receiving authority

A working guide to customs-import-export in Thailand

customs-import-export can involve different document checks depending on the receiving authority. Confirm the intended use and destination before arranging translation, a notarial signature, or consular legalization. For a review of your specific customs-import-export matter, contact us on LINE @THAIL or by email at Contact@thailaw-accounting.co.th.

How the workflow runs end-to-end

First identify the issuing authority, the person signing, the destination and the receiving body's current requirements. The necessary steps may include translation, certification or consular legalization, but not every document needs every step. Confirm the sequence before sending originals.

Who this service is for

Individuals and businesses may need different supporting documents. Share the document type, destination and receiving authority so the applicable route can be checked for your matter; requirements can change without notice.

Coverage, fees, and timing

Our offices are in Bangkok (Lat Phrao 95) and Khon Kaen. For other locations we can discuss remote document intake and coordination with partners where available. Fees and timing depend on the document, destination and relevant authorities; ask for an individual quote.

Quality assurance and confidentiality

Check names, dates, document versions and the receiving authority's instructions before filing. Acceptance is decided by the receiving authority; ask the team which evidence and original documents are required in your case.

Start your customs-import-export matter today

Reach Thai Law & Accounting on LINE Official @THAIL, email Contact@thailaw-accounting.co.th, or phone 092-0170000. Please book an appointment in advance at our Bangkok office (Lat Phrao 95) or Khon Kaen head office; in every other province our team can coordinate with a local partner where available. Fees: ask our team for a quote. Timing is assessed for your documents. Confirm the required documents and any consultation terms with our team before proceeding with your customs-import-export matter.

Points to check

Before you proceed: customs-import-export

“Before proceeding with customs-import-export, check names across documents and confirm the receiving authority's requirements to avoid incomplete submissions.”
Thai Law & Accounting Services Co., Ltd.
ทีมข้อมูลบริการ

Scope to assess

Service tierFees
เอกสารเดี่ยว / Single docAsk our team for a quote
แปล + Notary / Translation + NotaryAsk our team for a quote
MFA legalizationAsk our team for a quote
Embassy chain / สถานทูตAsk our team for a quote

Workflow

  1. 01Review documents and the receiving authority's requirements
  2. 02Assess scope, fee, and timing for the specific case
  3. 03Process the documents and coordinate any further certification
  4. 04Check completeness and deliver by the agreed method

Before submission

For customs-import-export, confirm names, document types, and the receiving authority's current requirements before starting. Timing and fees depend on each case.

Please confirm current requirements with the receiving authority

Company registration and corporate documents

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