Thai Visa Services

Long Term Resident Visas

Thailand provides a variety of long-term resident visas to foreign nationals who intend to remain in the country for an extended period. This visa is intended to attract high-potential foreigners who wish to migrate to Thailand. The applicant must meet the financial requirements specified in the visa application. This visa is designed for high-income foreign individuals, foreign retirees, foreigners who plan to work remotely from Thailand, and foreign professionals with specific skills.

Requirements & Conditions

Wealthy Global Citizen

• Owning an asset over 1 million USD
• Personal income over 80,000 USD per year in the last 2 years
• Investment or having property in Thailand over 500,000 USD
• At least 50,000 USD budget for health insurance or saving 100,000 USD in the past 12 months

Wealthy Pensioners

• Age above 50 years old
• Unearned or passive income over 80,000 USD annually
• If applicants have unearned or passive income less than 80,000 USD but not lower than 40,000 USD annually, applicants will be required to have an investment or property in Thailand worth at least 250,000 USD.
• At least 50,000 USD budget for health insurance or saving 100,000 USD in the past 12 months

Work from Thailand professional

• Income over 80,000 USD annually in the past 2 years
• If applicants have earned income less than 80,000 USD but not less than 40,000 USD per year, applicants must submit additional documents to prove their qualification.
• Must be employed by a listed stock exchange company or private company with at least 150 million USD in revenue for the past 3 years.
• Expertise in the field with at least 5 years of experience in the relevant field of the present position in the past 10 years of work.
• At least 50,000 USD budget for health insurance or saving 100,000 USD

High – Skilled Professional

• Income over 80,000 USD annually in the past 2 years
• If applicants have earned income of at least 80,000 USD but not less than 40,000 USD per year, applicants must submit additional documents to prove their qualification in science and technology.
• Employ a Thai or foreign company in BOI target industries.
• 5 years of working experience in the last 10 years in BOI target industries. It can be exempted for applicants who have a PhD or who work with Thai government agencies, including public higher education institutes, research institutes, and specialized training institutes.
• At least 50,000 USD budget for health insurance or saving 100,000 USD in the past 12 months

Dependents

Under the Long-Term Residents Visa, it allows up to 4 persons, including spouses and dependents, to have a visa.

• Spouse with a marriage certificate
• Children with an age least 20 years old
• At least 50,000 USD budget for health insurance or saving 25,000 USD in the past 12 months per person

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SMART VISAs for Talent, Investor, Executive, Start-up

Thailand is supporting and encouraging highly skilled people and investors in target industries to work for and invest in Thai companies through the SMART visa program. The SMART visa program can grant a visa for up to four years. Related government agencies must certify and recognize applicants who wish to apply for SMART visas from Thai companies.

Target Industries

• Automotive Industry
• Electronic Industry
• Affluent Tourism Industry
• The agriculture, food, and biotechnology industries
• The automation and robotics industries
• The transportation and logistics industries
• Petrochemical and Chemical Industry
• Digital Industry
• Medical Industry
• National Defense Industry
• The Circular Economy has direct and significant supporting industries.
• The aviation, aerospace, and space industries
• The role of Human Resource Development in Science and Technology
• Environmental Management and Renewable Energy
• We manage technology innovation and the startup ecosystem.
• Targeted technological development
• International Business Center (IBC)
• Alternative Dispute Resolution Service

4 Types of SMART Visas

SMART TALENT (T) VISA

• A minimum monthly income of 100,000 Baht, or 50,000 Baht for a retired expert or an employee of a startup company, is required.

• You must possess work experience in a science and technology field that is relevant to the industry you are targeting. A government agency from the Strategic Talent Center (STC) network must endorse your expertise.

• You must hold an employment or service contract* with a Thai company, valid for another year.

SMART INVESTOR (I) VISA

• You must invest at least 20 million THB in technology-based companies, or 5 million THB in a startup.
• If you are investing through a capital venture, it is mandatory to invest at least 20 million THB into technology-based companies.
• If you are investing in a technology-driven business, that company must manufacture or provide services in any of the targeted industries.
• The following government agencies must endorse the businesses you invest in:
  • National Innovation Agency
  • Digital Economy Promotion Agency
  • Technology Development Agency

SMART EXECUTIVE (E) VISA

• Hold an executive position (such as a chairman or managing director) in a company.
• The candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree or a higher-level education degree.
• Must have at least 10 years of work experience in a targeted industry.
• The candidate must earn a minimum of 200,000 THB per month (or the international equivalent).
• You must hold an employment contract with a Thai company that is still valid for one year.
• One of the following government agencies must certify your employer as a technology-based company that either manufactures products or provides services:
  • National Innovation Agency
  • Digital Economy Promotion Agency
  • The National Science and Technology Development Agency

SMART STARTUP (S) VISA

• Have you set up a startup or business in the country?
• Have you joined an accelerator or incubation program?
• Plan to create your own business.

Requirements (for a 1-2 year visa):

• You must maintain a Thai or foreign savings account with at least 600,000 THB (or its international equivalent) for at least 3 months.
  • Each additional applicant, if you’re traveling with family, must maintain at least 180,000 THB (or the international equivalent) in their savings account for at least three months.
• For the duration of your stay in Thailand, you must have health insurance.
• You must have established a startup in a specific industry with support from one of the following government agencies:
  • National Innovation Agency
  • Digital Economy Promotion Agency

Depending on your circumstances, this stream offers a visa that lasts either 1 year or 2 years.

• If you hold no less than 25% of the company’s share or hold a position as a director in that company, you are eligible for a 2-year visa.
• If you are participating in an accelerator or incubation program, then you are eligible for a 1-year visa.
  • A government agency, such as the National Innovation Agency or the Digital Economy Promotion Agency, must endorse this program.
  • You must obtain joint venture funding from a public sector company or receive endorsement from a relevant government body if you are not currently a part of an accelerator or incubation program.

If you don’t currently have a company but intend to establish one, you qualify for a 6-month visa. All other benefits apply, but the application requirements are different.

Requirements (for a 6-month visa):

• You must have either:
  • Government organizations like the National Innovation Agency have endorsed an official plan to launch a tech startup company.
  • Participate actively in startup activities, such as Startup Camp, that have received endorsement from a government agency like the National Innovation Agency or the Board of Investments (BOI).
• For the duration of your stay in Thailand, you must have health insurance.

Once you have secured your visa, you can start the process of obtaining a non-immigrant visa for each family member.

SPOUSE/DEPENDENT VISA:

• You must already hold a Smart Visa.
• Each additional applicant must be an immediate family member, meaning only your spouse and legally recognized children are eligible.
• Children must be below the age of 20 to be eligible. If you applied via the “Talent” stream, however, your child may be considered if they are over 20 years old.
• Each family member must be considered a dependent (this excludes family members of a 6-month SMART Visa holder).
• If you applied for a SMART Visa under the “Startup” stream, your family member(s) need to demonstrate 180,000 THB (or the international equivalent) in their savings for 3 months.
• Health insurance is required, and it must cover each additional applicant for the entirety of their stay.

Marriage Visa

Love may occur anywhere, at any time, and between people of any nation. Getting married in Thailand can be an unforgettable experience for you and your partner. You can have your wedding ceremony in a variety of places, such as on a beautiful beach.

In Thailand, you don’t have to be married to a Thai person in order to get married. You can also get married to an individual from another country. For foreigners to get married in Thailand, they will need to show proof of their status and identity from the embassy of their home country, as well as Thai witnesses at the registration. It can be a simple step that will make your love journey go smoothly.

To make your love life and relationship even smoother, you can sign a prenuptial agreement and have it registered as a way to settle things if your relationship doesn’t work out. It can keep things from getting hard in the future to figure out who is responsible for what if both people want to split up. There is a way to settle things that can’t be settled through mediation, arbitration, or a court order that can be written into the prenuptial agreement.

It is possible to get a spouse Thai visa if you are married to a Thai citizen. This will allow you to live and work in Thailand with your family.

Individuals who are married to Thai citizens and complete the Immigration Bureau’s requirements are eligible for a marriage visa. This visa permits the holder to live in Thailand continuously for a year without having to leave the country. Additionally, as long as the holder follows up with the requirements, it provides the flexibility of an annual renewal within Thailand.

The applicant must submit marriage-related documentation, evidence of residency in Thailand, and proof of deposit of at least THB 400,000 in a Thai bank account for at least two months previous to the application date in order to be eligible for this kind of visa.

Thailand Privilege Visa

A Thailand Privilege Visa is a long-term with multiple-entry visa that offers special privileges to individuals who have applied to become Thailand Privilege Card Members.

The duration of membership is contingent upon the selected program and membership fees, with options for 5, 10, and 15 years. The Tourism Authority of Thailand manages the Thailand Privilege Card, which is administered by The Thailand Privilege Card Company Ltd. The initial membership fee for the gold package, which includes five years of multiple entries in Thailand, is THB 900,000.

The package benefits consist of an airport transportation, a fast track lane at Thailand airports, and multiple entries visa within the package timeframe.

Learn additional information regarding the Thailand Privilege Card by visiting this website.

Business Visa

Thailand provides a variety of business visas to allow foreign nationals to participate in a wide range of business activities within the country. The following are the principal business visa types that are available in Thailand:

Non – Immigrant Visa (B) – Business Visa

The Non-Immigrant Visa (B) is specifically intended for individuals who require permission to work or conduct business in Thailand. This visa is typically valid for 90 days, but it could be extended for a maximum of one year.

Non – Immigrant Visa (IB) – Investment and Business Visa

The Non-Immigrant Visa (IB) is intended for entrepreneurs and investors who are engaged in investment activities that have been approved by the relevant Thai government agencies.

Non – Immigrant Visa (B-A) – Business Approved Visa

The Non-Immigrant Visa (B-A) is a business visa category that required previous approval from the Ministry of Labour in order to be issued. It is frequently employed for specific types of business engagements.

Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)

Thailand recently introduced the newest type of visa known as the “Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).”. This type of visa is intended to encourage foreigners to visit Thailand for a work vacation or to discover more about Thai culture, such as Thai boxing and Thai cooking.

This “DTV” visa allows visa holders to stay up to 180 days per entry for a 5-year validity period. The Thai Immigration Bureau allows for an extension of stay of another 180 days, but no more than 180+180 days. DTV holders must leave Thailand and return within the time frame specified on their visa.

Eligible Foreigners:

1. Digital Nomads, Remote Workers, Freelancers, and Foreign Talent

If you can work from anywhere in the world, why don’t you choose Thailand as your work destination? Enjoy the sun and sea breeze while indulging in yummy Thai food!

Specific Requirements:

• Employment contract or certificate in their country.
• Professional Portfolio Showcasing Digital Nomads, Remote Workers, Freelancer Status, or Foreign Talent

Standard Requirements:

• Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph (taken with the last 6 months)
• Document indicating the current location
• Financial evidence: an amount no less than 500,000 THB

2. Frequent Participants in Specific Activities (Thai Soft Power-Related Activities): Thai Boxing, Thai Cooking Class, Sport Training, Medical Treatment, Seminars, and Music Festivals.

In addition to Thailand’s stunning scenery, there are many other experiences available, all of which are enjoyable to learn about.

Specific Requirements:

• Proof of attendance confirmation or an appointment letter from the hospital or medical center is required.

Standard Requirements:

• Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph (taken with the last 6 months)
• Document indicating the current location
• Financial evidence: an amount no less than 500,000 THB

3. Spouses and children under 20 years old of DTV visa holders.

Specific Requirements:

• Proof of relationship to the DTV visa holder, such as a copy of the marriage certificate, birth certificate, or certificate of adoption, is required.

Standard Requirements:

• Passport or Travel Document
• Photograph (taken with the last 6 months)
• Document indicating the current location
• Financial evidence: an amount no less than 500,000 THB