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    Tax & Financial
    Intermediate

    Annual Corporate Tax Filing & Audit

    Complete guide to Thai corporate annual tax filing requirements, audit obligations, and Revenue Department compliance.

    16 minUpdated: 2026Timeline: 150 days from fiscal year end

    Overview

    This comprehensive guide walks you through every step of Annual Corporate Tax Filing & Audit, including required documents, timelines, and expert tips to help you navigate the process successfully.

    6 steps to complete

    Step-by-Step Process

    1

    Close Annual Accounts

    2-4 weeks

    Complete year-end accounting close, prepare trial balance and preliminary financial statements.

    Tips

    • Reconcile all bank accounts
    • Confirm receivables and payables
    2

    Engage Auditor

    4-8 weeks

    Licensed Thai auditor (CPA) must audit all companies filing with DBD.

    Documents Required

    • Engagement letter
    • Access to accounting records

    Tips

    • Provide auditor timely access
    • Prepare supporting documents
    3

    Prepare Tax Computation

    1-2 weeks

    Calculate corporate income tax liability, identify adjustments for non-deductible expenses.

    Documents Required

    • Tax adjustment schedule
    • Depreciation schedules

    Tips

    • Review non-deductible items
    • Claim all eligible deductions
    4

    File PND.50

    1 day

    Submit annual corporate income tax return (PND.50) to Revenue Department.

    Documents Required

    • PND.50 form
    • Audited financial statements

    Tips

    • E-filing available
    • Pay tax due with return
    5

    File with DBD

    1 day

    Submit audited financial statements to Department of Business Development.

    Documents Required

    • Audited financials
    • Sor.Bor.Chor.3 form

    Tips

    • DBD filing within 1 month of AGM
    • E-filing through DBD e-registration
    6

    Shareholder AGM

    1 day

    Hold Annual General Meeting within 4 months of fiscal year end to approve financials.

    Documents Required

    • Meeting notice
    • AGM minutes

    Tips

    • 14-day notice required
    • Record in Thai and English

    Requirements

    • Licensed Thai CPA audit
    • AGM within 4 months of year end
    • Tax return within 150 days
    • DBD filing within 1 month of AGM

    Tips & Warnings

    Pro Tips

    • Start audit preparation early
    • Maintain organized monthly records
    • Track deductible vs non-deductible expenses throughout year
    • Consider half-year tax payment to avoid penalties

    Important Warnings

    • Late filing penalties apply
    • Failure to file is criminal offense
    • Tax audits may follow late filings

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