Program Data Terminal

48/100Good

TREND: STABLE

Min Investment

$250,000

Processing

4-8 weeks

Tax Rate

0% foreign income

Min Stay

None

Visa-Free

Family

Stead Score Breakdown
48
GOOD
Legal Certainty0/25
Operational Track20/25
Financial Transparency18/25
Independent Verification5/25
Digital NomadAsia
TH

Thailand Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa

Thailand's premium 10-year visa for wealthy globals — 0% on foreign income with fast-track immigration.

Best for:Remote workers and founders wanting an Asia baseRetirees with foreign pension or investment incomeHNW individuals who love Thai lifestyle

About Thailand Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa

Thailand's LTR Visa launched in 2022 targets HNW individuals, remote workers, and retirees with a 10-year renewable visa. 0% tax on foreign-source income. Fast-track immigration access and work permit included for qualified applicants.

Key benefits

10-year renewable visa

0% tax on foreign income

Fast-track immigration lane

Work permit included for qualified categories

Bangkok and Chiang Mai infrastructure

Who this is for

Best suited for

  • Remote workers and founders wanting an Asia base
  • Retirees with foreign pension or investment income
  • HNW individuals who love Thai lifestyle

Pros and cons

Advantages

  • + 10-Year Visa, 0% Foreign Tax, Work Permit profile within Asia
  • + Fast processing (4-8 weeks)
  • + Civil Law legal framework
  • + Crypto-friendly environment
  • + Favorable tax treatment (0% foreign income)

Considerations

  • Requirements vary by nationality and profile
  • Professional and government fees add to headline investment
  • Policy changes can affect timelines and costs

Eligibility and requirements

The following requirements apply to most applicants. Individual circumstances may vary.

4 required documents · 0 optional

Requirements shown are general guidelines and subject to change. Verify current requirements with official sources or a licensed Stead advisor.

Need help with documents?

Companies with Stead ID arrive pre-verified to Thailand Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa's intake workflow.

Application process

A step-by-step guide with typical timeframes and how Stead helps at each stage.

Estimated total: 4-8 weeks
1

Eligibility and strategy consultation

Week 1

A Stead advisor reviews your nationality, background, and goals against Thailand Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa requirements. We confirm the right investment route, timeline, and document strategy before filing.

How Stead helps:

Free pre-screening and a personalized checklist based on your Stead ID and nationality.

2

Document collection and verification

Weeks 1-3

Police clearances, financial records, identity documents, and program-specific forms are gathered, notarized, and apostilled where required.

How Stead helps:

Stead's document engine tracks completion and pre-fills standard forms for Stead ID holders.

3

Application submission

Weeks 3-4

The completed dossier is submitted to Thailand authorities or the licensed processing unit with government fees paid.

How Stead helps:

Stead manages agent communication and confirms fee routing to official accounts.

4

Due diligence and review

4-8 weeks

Authorities conduct background, source-of-funds, and compliance reviews. Additional information requests are common at this stage.

How Stead helps:

Stead responds to information requests within 24 hours and monitors status daily.

5

Approval and fulfillment

Final weeks

Upon approval, qualifying investment or registration steps are completed and certificates, licenses, or passports are issued.

How Stead helps:

Stead coordinates fulfillment, delivery logistics, and post-approval compliance briefing.

Pre-verified intake for Stead ID applicants

Companies with Stead ID arrive pre-verified to Thailand Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa's intake workflow. Verified identity, pre-populated forms, and automated status tracking reduce processing time.

Cost breakdown

Complete transparency on all fees involved.

Total estimate for single applicant

$10,000–50,000

Prices in USD · subject to change

ItemAmountNotesRequired?
Government fee~$1,40050,000 THBRequired
Wealthy Global investment$250,000Thailand investmentRequired
Total estimate$10,000–50,000Category dependentOptional

All fees shown are in USD and are provided as estimates only. Government fees are subject to change. Stead advisory fees are separate from government fees.

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