Economy
Thailand Individual Savings Account (TISA) Launch Pushed to 2027
The Ministry of Finance has indicated that the TISA program will not launch in 2026, with a new target start date set for January 2027.
According to a report by Prachachat Business, the Thailand Individual Savings Account (TISA) project is unlikely to commence by the end of 2026 as previously anticipated. The Ministry of Finance has now set a new target for the program to begin in January 2027.
For residents and long-term expatriates, this delay means that the expected tax benefits associated with the TISA scheme will not be accessible until the 2027 calendar year. The program is designed to encourage personal savings through specific tax incentives, which are intended to help individuals build financial security.
While the government has confirmed the 2027 timeline, the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (FETCO) has urged authorities to expedite the announcement of the official regulatory framework. The specific criteria, contribution limits, and operational guidelines for the account remain to be finalized and formally published. Until these regulations are released, potential participants should wait for further official announcements from the Ministry of Finance to understand how they may qualify for the tax benefits once the program officially opens.