Thai Ministry of Commerce Announces Fee Reductions for Online Merchants

The Thai Department of Internal Trade has announced a new economic relief measure aimed at supporting local online entrepreneurs. According to Prachachat Business, the government has negotiated a reduction in Gross Profit (GP) fees charged by three major e-commerce platforms: Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop. This initiative is scheduled to take effect on December 1, 2026, and will remain in place for a duration of six months.

Officials estimate that this program will benefit approximately 1.2 million Thai merchants, potentially reducing their operational costs by a total of 1.93 billion baht. The fee reductions are expected to reach as high as 42.9% for participating sellers. To take advantage of these savings, eligible merchants are required to register through the official system, which opens in November.

For residents and business owners in Thailand, this move represents a significant effort to lower the cost of doing business in the digital marketplace. While the initiative is set to launch in December, specific details regarding the registration process and individual eligibility criteria should be verified through official Department of Internal Trade channels. It remains to be seen how these savings will impact consumer prices or the overall competitiveness of the e-commerce landscape in the country.