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What is the interest withholding rate between Hong Kong and Thailand?
Under the Hong Kong-Thailand tax treaty, the withholding rate on interest is 10%. Certain types of interest (such as government bonds) may qualify for additional exemptions under specific treaty articles. This 10% rate compares to a median of 0% across Hong Kong's 23 active treaty partners, and 10% across Thailand's 22 active partners.
Network Comparison
Hong Kong
Rank 23 of 23 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Japan (10%), South Korea (10%), New Zealand (10%)
Thailand
Rank 8 of 22 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Germany (10%), France (10%), United Kingdom (10%)
Higher rates with: Italy (10%), Japan (10%), South Korea (10%)
Important: Treaty rates require proper claim forms (e.g., IRS Form W-8BEN for U.S. treaties, HMRC DT-Individual for U.K. treaties, CRA Form NR301 for Canadian treaties) filed before payment. Limitation on Benefits (LOB) provisions may restrict eligibility. A 0% withholding rate does not mean no tax — the residence country may still tax the income. This is not tax advice.