Thailand

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Thailand, known for its rich cultural heritage and affordable yet high-quality lifestyle, is becoming a top destination for travelers and professionals. Whether you’re seeking a second home or a vibrant new lifestyle, Thailand offers a variety of residence options through its Thailand Privilege Residence and Long Term Residence Programs.

Benefits of Thai Residence by Investment
Long-term residence permit with exclusive privileges
No minimum stay requirement
Attractive tax incentives and exemptions
Streamlined application processes with the Thailand Privilege Card Company Limited or the Thailand Board of Investment
Affordable yet high standard of living
Option to include spouse and dependents
Premium service for immigration matters
The Thailand Privilege Residence Program
This program allows foreign nationals to live in Thailand for up to 20 years, enjoying VIP services and benefits. There are four program options, each with different validity periods, points allocations, and costs:

Gold Card:
Five-year entry visa for expats or businesspeople.
Fee: THB 900,000 including VAT (approx. USD 25,000).
20 points per year for redeeming services.
Dependents not included.
Platinum Card:
Ten-year entry visa ideal for families.
Main applicant fee: THB 1.5 million including VAT (approx. USD 42,000).
Additional fee per dependent: THB 1 million including VAT (approx. USD 28,000).
35 points per year per family for redeeming services.
Diamond Card:
Fifteen-year entry visa.
Main applicant fee: THB 2.5 million including VAT (approx. USD 70,000).
Additional fee per dependent: THB 1.5 million including VAT (approx. USD 42,000).
55 points per year per family for redeeming services.
Reserve Card (by invitation only):
Twenty-year entry visa.
Fee: THB 5 million including VAT (approx. USD 140,000).
Additional fee per dependent: THB 2 million (approx. USD 55,000).
120 points per year per family for redeeming services.
An application fee of THB 50,000 is required upon submission. This fee is deducted from the total amount of the chosen program option upon approval.

Dependents may include legitimate parents, stepparents, a spouse (including by civil union), children, and stepchildren.

The Long Term Residence Program
This program offers individuals the chance to live and work in Thailand for up to ten years (a five-year visa with a built-in renewal for another five years), with reduced administrative requirements and attractive tax benefits.

There are four categories under this program, each with specific requirements:

Wealthy Global Citizen:
At least USD 1 million in assets.
A personal yearly income of at least USD 80,000 for the past two years.
An investment of at least USD 500,000 in Thai property, foreign direct investment, or Thai government bonds.
Wealthy Pensioner:
Retirees (50 years and older) must have an annual pension or stable passive income of at least USD 80,000. Only passive income is considered.
If the income is below USD 80,000 but no less than USD 40,000 per year, an investment of at least USD 250,000 in Thai property, foreign direct investment, or Thai government bonds is required.
Work from Thailand Professional:
Must be employed by a well-established overseas company with a personal yearly income of at least USD 80,000 for the past two years.
If the income is below USD 80,000 but no less than USD 40,000 per year, a Master’s degree or above, ownership of intellectual property, or Series A funding is required.
The company must be a public company on a stock exchange or a private company in operation for at least three years with a combined revenue of at least USD 150 million over the last three years.
Highly Skilled Professional:
Professionals or experts with at least five years of experience in targeted industries must have a personal yearly income of at least USD 80,000 for the past two years.
If the income is below USD 80,000 but no less than USD 40,000 per year, a Master’s degree or above in science and technology, or special expertise relevant to their job assignment in Thailand is required.
Up to four dependents, including a spouse and children or stepchildren under the age of 20, can be included.

Procedures and Time Frame of the Long Term Residence Program
This program, offered by the BOI, has an efficient application process and provides special support to LTR applicants through a dedicated immigration office, the One Stop Service Immigration Office in Bangkok.

Initial Contact: Prospective clients contact us to complete initial due diligence checks.
Agreement and Retainer: Sign the client agreement and pay the retainer.
Application Preparation: Prepare and submit the application for Long Term Thai residence, along with the retainer fee.
Approval and Contribution: After a four to six-week process, make an appointment at a Thai Embassy or One Stop Service in Bangkok for the payment of the government fee and visa affixation.
Dual Citizenship in Thailand
While the residence permits obtained through the Thailand Privilege Residence and the Long Term Residence Programs do not lead to permanent residency or citizenship, there are pathways to permanent residency and citizenship available for eligible individuals.

To apply for Thai permanent residency, applicants must have held a Thai non-immigrant visa for at least three years prior to the application and must have three consecutive yearly extensions. The applicant must also hold a non-immigrant visa at the time of submitting the permanent residence application.

An application for citizenship can be filed to become a Thai naturalized citizen after holding permanent resident status in Thailand for 10 consecutive years. Thailand does not recognize dual citizenship, but there are exceptions.

For more information or to complete an online application.