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Thailand LTR visa: categories, criteria and how it works
Quick answer
- The LTR is administered by Thailand's Board of Investment (BOI), not by local immigration offices.
- It is valid for 10 years: an initial 5 years, extendable by 5 more if you still qualify.
- Four categories: Wealthy Global Citizen, Wealthy Pensioner, Work-from-Thailand Professional and Highly Skilled Professional.
- Holders report annually instead of every 90 days and get multiple re-entry and airport fast-track services.
- BOI quotes a THB 50,000 fee for issuance in Thailand.
The four categories
- Wealthy Global Citizen: at least USD 1,000,000 in assets and a qualifying investment of at least USD 500,000 in Thailand, plus health insurance, social security or a deposit.
- Wealthy Pensioner: retirees with substantial passive income such as a pension, at a higher threshold than the standard O-A retirement visa.
- Work-from-Thailand Professional: remote employees of established foreign companies, with minimum personal income and employer revenue and stability tests.
- Highly Skilled Professional: people working in BOI-targeted industries for Thai companies, government bodies or educational institutions, with salary and experience criteria.
Benefits
- Ten years of status with no annual renewal cycle
- Multiple re-entry permission
- Fast-track airport services
- Annual reporting instead of 90-day reporting
Working on an LTR
LTR holders working for a Thai entity need a work permit. BOI does not issue a digital work permit to Work-from-Thailand Professionals, who work remotely for an overseas employer.
Documents
- Proof of assets and investments
- Employer letters, depending on category
- Sometimes audited financial statements
- Health insurance, or in some categories a deposit as an alternative
Costs
BOI quotes THB 50,000 for issuance in Thailand. Fees at overseas missions can differ, so ask for the total for the main applicant and for each dependant.
Is it right for you?
The LTR has stricter criteria than the O-A across income, assets and employer paperwork, and applications are document-heavy upfront. It tends to suit people with well-documented finances, often investors or remote professionals, who want to avoid annual renewals. Do not treat a qualification endorsement as an approved visa, and keep records of your investments, employment and health cover.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Thailand LTR visa valid?
10 years, as an initial 5 years extendable by another 5 if you still meet the criteria.
Who runs the LTR visa?
Thailand's Board of Investment (BOI), not local immigration offices.
Do LTR holders still need 90-day reporting?
No. LTR holders report annually.
Official sources
This guide is general information, not legal advice or an official immigration decision. Requirements, fees and procedures can change, and officers have discretion, so check current rules with the relevant Thai authority before you apply.
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