Thailand Long-Term Resident Visa (LTR)

THE FOUR LTR CATEGORIES WEALTHY GLOBAL CITIZEN For high-net-worth individuals with significant global assets — not necessarily retirees or workers. Requirements: USD 1,000,000+ in global assets AND USD 80,000/year income for the past 2 years AND health insurance with minimum THB 40,000 inpatient coverage (or USD 100,000 self-insured deposit held in a Thai bank or Thai investment). Who applies: wealthy individuals who want Thailand residency as a lifestyle choice, not tied to employment or pension income. WEALTHY PENSIONER (50 or older) For retirees drawing income from overseas. Income threshold option A: USD 80,000/year from overseas sources (pension, superannuation pension phase, rental income, dividends, investment distributions). Income threshold option B: USD 40,000–79,999/year combined with: a Thai property purchase OR Thai government bond investment of USD 250,000+. Health insurance: must have qualifying health coverage or the self-insured deposit. Who applies: Australian superannuation pensioners, European retirees, US social security recipients who want a stable 10-year Thai residency without the annual extension cycle. WORK-FROM-THAILAND PROFESSIONAL For high-income remote workers employed by or contracting with overseas companies. Income threshold option A: USD 80,000/year from a remote employer with 3+ years of operating history. Income threshold option B: USD 40,000–79,999/year AND: a master's degree OR ownership of a patent or IP registered in Thailand or abroad. Who applies: senior remote employees, high-earning contractors, tech professionals working for global companies while living in Thailand. Note: this category includes bundled work authorisation for the qualifying remote employment — no separate work permit is needed for that role. HIGHLY SKILLED PROFESSIONAL For senior professionals employed by Thai or multinational companies operating in Thailand''s target industries. Target industries: digital technology, smart electronics, biotech, food processing, next-gen automotive, robotics, aerospace, medical hub, biofuels, smart agriculture, education. Salary threshold: depends on industry and role. Typically USD 80,000+/year equivalent. Employer requirement: the Thai or multinational employer must operate in a BOI-target industry. Who applies: C-suite and senior technical staff at major Thai or multinational corporations. WHAT THE LTR PROVIDES (ALL CATEGORIES) • 10-year visa — issued as 5+5 years, renewable while criteria are met • Multiple-entry — unlimited international travel without re-entry permit requirements • Annual address reporting — replaces the quarterly 90-day reporting requirement • Family inclusion — spouse and children under 20 receive LTR status (all four categories) • Fast-track services — dedicated counters at Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, Phuket airports + BOI One Stop Service for extensions • 50,000 THB government fee (one-time, for the 10-year grant) • Work authorisation — bundled for Work-From-Thailand Professional and Highly Skilled Professional categories APPLICATION PROCESS Submit to the BOI One Stop Service Centre at ChamChuri Square, Bangkok, or online at ltr.boi.go.th. BOI endorsement target: 20 working days for a complete application. Overseas applicants receive the BOI endorsement letter first, then collect the physical visa stamp at a Thai consulate in their country. HEALTH INSURANCE REQUIREMENT All LTR categories require health insurance meeting BOI minimum standards (THB 40,000 inpatient / THB 3,000 outpatient minimum per claim), OR a self-insured deposit of USD 100,000 held in a qualifying Thai bank account or Thai investment instrument. International insurance policies from major insurers are accepted if they meet the coverage floor. HOW VISA CENTRE HELPS We identify which LTR category applies to your income, assets, and employment situation; prepare financial documentation in the format BOI requires (including DFAT apostille for Australian applicants); advise on the health insurance vs deposit question; coordinate the BOI submission; and manage the 5-year renewal when due. General guidance only. LTR requirements verified against BOI guidance as of June 2025 (ltr.boi.go.th). Income thresholds in USD — exchange rate equivalents in AUD/GBP/EUR are indicative. No outcome guaranteed. Independent assistance agency; not affiliated with any government body.