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Thailand Long-Term Residency (LTR / Thailand Privilege)
Choose Thailand’s 10-year Long-Term Resident visa, or 5 to 20 years of residence through membership — whichever suits your assets and needs.
Programme overview
Thailand offers foreigners two main routes to long-term residence. The Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa is a 10-year visa for wealthy individuals, retirees and skilled professionals. Thailand Privilege (formerly Thailand Elite) grants 5 to 20 years of multiple-entry residence for a one-time membership fee, with no income, age or property requirements. Neither leads directly to permanent residence or citizenship.
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LTR visa10 years, renewable
Privilege membershipFrom THB 900,000
Residence5 to 20 years
CitizenshipDoes not lead directly to citizenship
Summary
The LTR wealthy-individual category generally requires at least USD 500,000 invested in Thai government bonds, businesses or real estate; the retiree category, for those aged 50 or over, requires USD 250,000 invested plus passive income of at least USD 80,000 a year. Thailand Privilege is a one-time fee: Gold THB 900,000 (5 years), Platinum THB 1,500,000 (10 years), Diamond THB 2,500,000 (15 years) and Reserve THB 5,000,000 (20+ years, by invitation).
Key benefits of Thailand long-term residency
- Privilege membership has no income, age or property requirements
- LTR offers a 10-year visa and easier work permits
- Multiple entries, with long stays each time
- Fast-track airport service and personal assistance with formalities
- A relatively low cost of living and a wide choice of international schools
Why Global Immigrate for Thailand long-term residency
- families approved
- 22+
- approval rate
- 100%
- offering this programme since
- 2019
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Clear, transparent fees
All service fees and third-party costs are set out in writing before you sign — no hidden charges — and our refund terms are explained clearly.
Planning beyond immigration
GI Group’s teams can handle pre-immigration tax, asset allocation, your children’s education and overseas property at the same time, so the arrangements never conflict.
Our three guarantees
Full service-fee refund if refused
Guaranteed in your service agreement: if your application is refused, we refund the service fees you have paid in full — or you can switch to another suitable programme at no extra charge.
No extra charge for further documents or resubmission
If the authorities request further documents, or an application must be resubmitted, we handle it at no additional service fee.
Handled by professionals, fee fixed at signing
Every application is prepared and reviewed by our professional immigration team. Your service fee is fixed when you sign, with no additional charges afterwards.
Service fees exclude investment amounts, government fees and third-party costs. Refusals caused by false or incomplete information, or by the applicant not cooperating as required, are not eligible for a refund. Full terms are set out in the service agreement.
Requirements
The main requirements of each route:
- LTR wealthy individual: at least USD 500,000 invested in Thailand, plus asset and income requirements
- LTR retiree: aged 50 or over, USD 250,000 invested and passive income of at least USD 80,000 a year
- Privilege: a one-time membership fee by tier and a background check
- A valid passport and no adverse immigration or criminal record
Thailand Privilege membership tiers
| Tier | Fee | Residence |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | THB 900,000 | 5 years |
| Platinum | THB 1,500,000 | 10 years |
| Diamond | THB 2,500,000 | 15 years |
| Reserve | THB 5,000,000 | 20+ years (by invitation) |
The Bronze tier closed to applications on 30 September 2026. Fees are subject to Thailand Privilege’s latest announcements.
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Application process
- Assessment and choice of route1 weekWe compare LTR and Privilege against your assets, income and needs.
- Prepare and apply2–4 weeksPrepare the documents and submit the application.
- Background checkAbout 1–3 monthsThe Thai Government carries out a background check.
- Payment and visaAfter approvalPay the membership fee or complete the investment and receive your long-term visa.
Thailand long-term residency client stories
“No proof of income and no need to buy property — Thailand Privilege suits me perfectly.”
Ten-year Platinum membership granted.
Ms Wong, Hong Kong“They compared LTR and Privilege for me and we chose the best option for retirement.”
LTR visa granted under the retiree category.
Mr Lin, Taipei“Our children attend an international school in Bangkok, and long-term residence gives our family peace of mind.”
Long-term residence granted.
Mr Ho, Hong KongThailand long-term residencyFAQ
How do I choose between LTR and Privilege?
Privilege grants residence for a membership fee with simple formalities, suiting families who want to live long term without a large investment; LTR needs more assets or income but offers a 10-year visa and work benefits.
Can I obtain permanent residence or citizenship?
Neither route leads directly to permanent residence or citizenship.
Can I work in Thailand?
Privilege membership does not include the right to work; some LTR categories can apply for a digital work permit.
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