Thailand Long Term Visa (LTR)
The Thai LTR Visa offers foreigners the opportunity to live in Thailand for up to 10 years, attracting high-net-worth individuals, retirees, skilled professionals, and remote workers. To meet the Thai LTR Visa Requirements, applicants must qualify under one of four categories and fulfill financial, investment, or employment criteria, as well as maintain health insurance or a Thai bank deposit. Navigating these requirements can be complex, and professional legal guidance ensures compliance while helping clients benefit from flexible employment rules, airport fast-track privileges, and long-term residence in Thailand.
What is an LTR visa in Thailand?
The LTR Visa (Long Term Resident Visa) is a Thai government program designed to attract high-potential individuals to reside in Thailand for an extended period. It offers a 10-year visa with multiple re-entry permits and eliminates the need for 90-day reporting.
The LTR visa Thailand is available to the following 4 groups:
- Wealthy global citizens
- Wealthy pensioners
- Professionals working in Thailand
- Highly skilled workers
Holders of an LTR visa will be eligible for many attractive benefits which have been designed to make living in Thailand long term easier and less bureaucratic View regulation. These privileges include:
- Special Personal Income Tax (PIT) rate of 17% for highly skilled professionals. The current rate of PIT for normal employees is taxed at a progressive rate (from 5 to 35%).
- Tax exempted for overseas income.
- Permission to work in Thailand. Holders of the LTR will be eligible to receive a Digital Work Permit.
- Exempted from the employment requirement ratio for employers to hire four Thai citizens per foreigner (eligible for a highly skilled professional who works for a Thai company in Thailand which is endorsed in the targeted industries).
- Use of the Fast Track Service at qualifying airports.
• Duration of stay
The LTR visa will be valid for a period of 10 years.
• Financial requirements
The LTR is available to 4 different groups and each of these groups has its own different set of financial requirements to satisfy.
• 90 day reporting
Holders of the LTR visa do not need to submit 90 day reports. However, they will need to submit a report yearly.
• Leaving and re-entering Thailand
Multiple re-entry permits will be available for LTR holders.
• Is employment permitted?
Yes, a work permit is available to LTR holders.
• Further benefits
LTR holders are eligible for certain benefits such as income tax incentives, access to the Fast Track service at eligible airports and the removal of the requirement for employers to hire four Thai citizens per foreigner.
Pricing
FROM
THB 100,000 *
The final price depends on which type of LTR visa you choose
Approx. 60 business days
to obtain approval for the LTR visa (excluding work permit application).
* fees for Visa and work permit excluded
Scope of work
- Pre-registration procedures: Coordinate with the client to establish the scope of services to be provided and also obtain the details relating to which type of LTR visa they wish to apply for and whether a work permit will be required as well.
- Collecting, preparing and filing all the required documents for the application process. This will cover areas such as visa & work permit.
- Answering questions in relation to the LTR visa service.
Thailand long term visa process
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Application submission
Our experts will help prepare, register and submit the required documents to the BOI in order to begin the ‘Qualification Endorsement’ process.
TIMELINE
7 to 14 days
Qualification Endorsements
Our visa expert will also liaise with BOI to ensure the smooth and timely approval of the qualifications. Upon approval of the documents, the applicant will receive an endorsement letter.
TIMELINE
20 days
Obtaining the visa
Our visa expert will assist the applicant in applying for the LTR visa stamp at the Immigration Office in Thailand. This process must be completed within 60 days of obtaining the letter of endorsement.
Applicants outside of Thailand can apply for their LTR visa stamp via the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate.
TIMELINE
Up to 14 days
Obtaining a Digital Work Permit
Our visa expert will assist the applicant in applying for the Digitial Work Permit at the One Stop Service Center for Visa and Work Permits.
TIMELINE
1 working day
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to receive an LTR visa?
The whole process usually takes approximately 2-3 months.
Can I bring my family to Thailand as dependents?
Yes it is possible for you to bring your family as dependents under the LTR visa.
Can I work/seek employment using an LTR visa?
Yes, the LTR visa offers the possibility for holders to obtain a digital work permit. Furthermore, the LTR visa Thailand offers special benefits such as tax incentives for holders of certain types LTR visa.
Are there any restrictions to consider when applying for an LTR visa?
The LTR visa is available to the following 4 groups:
- Wealthy global citizens
- Wealthy pensioners
- Professionals working in Thailand
- Highly skilled workers
For more information about who can qualify for these groups, please take a look at our blog post on the subject here.
Can I leave a re-enter Thailand using an LTR visa?
Yes, the LTR visa comes with multiple re-entry permits, therefore, you can enter and leave Thailand as many times as you like during the validity of your Visa.
What are the benefits of the LTR visa in Thailand?
Holders of an LTR visa will be eligible for many attractive benefits which have been designed to make living in Thailand long term easier and less bureaucratic. These privileges include:
- Special Personal Income Tax (PIT) rate of 17% for highly skilled professionals. The current rate of PIT for normal employees is taxed at a progressive rate (from 5 to 35%).
- Tax exempted for overseas income.
- Permission to work in Thailand. Holders of the LTR will be eligible to receive a Digital Work Permit.
- Exempted from the employment requirement ratio for employers to hire four Thai citizens per foreigner (eligible for a highly skilled professional who works for a Thai company in Thailand which is endorsed in the targeted industries).
- Use of the Fast Track Service at qualifying airports.
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