Cabinet introduces measures for tourism in secondary cities in low season

House of Representatives,, The Cabinet issues measures for tourism in the city. During the low season The Treasury deducts tax deductions 1.5-2 times. Individuals deduct deductions not exceeding 15,000 baht, starting 1 May - 30 Nov. 2024. Mrs. Radklao Inthawong Suwankiri, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, said that the Cabinet meeting approved measures to promote tourism in secondary cities. To promote tourism during the low season, starting from 1 May - 30 Nov. 2024 after tourism operators were affected by COVID-19. and the Chinese economy slowed Therefore wants to stimulate tourism in the country. and support tourism-related businesses such as restaurants, transportation, homestays, restaurants, divided into 2 measures, consisting of 1. Measures to promote domestic tourism For juristic persons Expenses for organizing training and seminars for employees, bringing information through the electronic tax invoice and electronic receipt system (e-Tax invoice and e-Receipt), submitting a tax deduction 2 times the actual expense. When organizing an event in a secondary tourist destination or the Revenue Department has designated an additional tax deduction area. for shipping cost For expenses from small businesses, please request a receipt. to apply for deductions The Ministry of Finance estimates that the state will lose 1,200 million baht in revenue if events are held in major cities. and continued traveling to many provinces or go to a secondary city Expenses can be deducted 1.5 times. 2. Measures to promote tourism for individuals When traveling to secondary cities, expenses, services from tours, accommodation expenses can be submitted as actual tax deductions, but not more than 15,000 baht. Bring information through the electronic tax invoice and electronic receipt system (e-Tax invoice and e-Receipt) to submit for deduction. Tax deduction The government lost 581 million baht in revenue. The Prime Minister reiterated at the Cabinet meeting that he asked all relevant agencies to jointly push and drive the said policy. despite the loss of tax revenue But it can bring income back indirectly and stimulate the economy as a whole by asking MPs of the coalition government. Coordinate with relevant agencies To jointly promote tourism in the area. Source: Thai News Agency