Skip to main content
Thai Visa Reviews

Long Term Resident

Long-term visa for wealthy individuals and professionals

20-30 days
Processing Time
50K THB
Visa Fee
95%
Success Rate

Long Term Resident Benefits

  • 10-year visa with 5-year renewable stamps
  • Digital work permit included for eligible categories
  • 17% flat tax rate option for highly-skilled professionals
  • Only annual reporting instead of 90-day reports
  • Fast-track service at airports
  • Multiple re-entry permits included
  • Lower cost than Elite visa (50,000 THB total)

Who Can Apply?

  • Wealthy Global Citizens ($1M assets OR $80K income)
  • Wealthy Pensioners (50+, $40K income OR $250K investment)
  • Work-from-Thailand Professionals ($80K income from foreign employer)
  • Highly-skilled Professionals (employed in Thailand, targeted industries)

About Long Term Resident in Thailand

The Long Term Resident (LTR) visa represents Thailand's strategic initiative to attract wealthy individuals, remote workers, highly-skilled professionals, and retirees to boost the economy. Launched in 2022, the LTR visa offers competitive advantages over other long-term visa options, including preferential tax treatment and reduced reporting requirements.

With four distinct categories targeting different demographics, the LTR visa provides flexibility for various qualified individuals. The program is administered by the Board of Investment (BOI), ensuring a streamlined application process and ongoing support. The combination of a 10-year validity, included work permits for eligible categories, and significant tax benefits makes the LTR an attractive alternative to both Elite and traditional visa options.

Visa Fee50,000 THB for 10 years
Agency Service30,000-80,000 THB
Processing Time20-30 days

Application Process

  1. 1.Determine eligible LTR category
  2. 2.Prepare qualification documents
  3. 3.Submit application through BOI system
  4. 4.BOI review and pre-approval (20 days)
  5. 5.Submit to Immigration for final approval
  6. 6.Receive visa and digital work permit (if applicable)

Required Documents

  • •Income verification documents
  • •Asset statements (if applicable)
  • •Employment contracts or pension statements
  • •Health insurance ($50,000 coverage)
  • •Criminal background check
  • •Educational/professional certificates

Long Term Resident Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Thai visa agencies and our platform

LTR offers a digital work permit, reduced tax rates (17% flat rate on eligible income), and only annual reporting versus 90-day reports. The total cost is also lower (50,000 THB for 10 years vs 600,000+ THB for Elite).
It depends on your LTR category. Work-from-Thailand and Highly-Skilled Professional categories include digital work permits allowing employment with approved companies. Wealthy categories don't include work authorization.
You must maintain the minimum income/asset requirements throughout the visa validity. Failure to do so during renewal or spot checks could result in visa cancellation. Plan for income stability before applying.
Highly-skilled professionals working for Thai companies can opt for a 17% flat tax rate on employment income instead of progressive rates up to 35%. This requires specific employer arrangements and tax registration.
LTR visa holders can purchase condominiums under the standard foreign ownership quota (49% of building). The visa itself doesn't grant additional property rights, but the long-term status helps with financing.
Yes, the LTR visa can be renewed for another 10 years if you still meet the requirements of your category. The renewal process is similar to the initial application through BOI and immigration.