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Thailand Visas: Which Option is Best for Life & Investment in Thailand

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Thailand Visas: Which Option is Best for Life & Investment in Phuket?

Looking for a visa for long-term living or investing in Phuket? Here are the top 7 Thailand visa options for 2025—with details on duration, costs, benefits, and who they’re best suited for: investors, retirees, remote workers, and families.

 

1. Thailand Elite Visa (Privilege Visa)

Duration & Cost
Long-term entry options—5, 10, 15, or 20 years. Packages include:

  • Bronze (5 years, 650 000 ฿)

  • Gold (5 years, 900 000 ฿)

  • Platinum (10 years, 1.5 million ฿)

  • Diamond (15 years, 2.5 million ฿)

  • Reserve (20 years, invitation only, 5 million ฿)

Benefits

  • Multiple entries without 90-day reporting (only once a year)

  • VIP Fast Track lines at Thai airports

  • Bank account opening assistance

  • Discounts on hotels, golf, dining

  • Priority services and legal convenience

Requirements

  • Valid passport

  • No criminal records or bankruptcy

  • No income or investment requirements

Family can join for an additional fee.

 

2. LTR Visa (Long-Term Resident Visa)

Duration & Cost
Valid for 5 years, renewable once for a total of 10 years.

Eligibility Categories

  • Wealthy Global Citizen: Assets ≥ $1M + Thailand investment ≥ $500K

  • Wealthy Pensioner: Annual income ≥ $80K or assets ≥ $250K

  • Work-from-Thailand Professional: Income ≥ $80K/year or postgraduate degree + employer revenue ≥ $50M

  • Highly Skilled Professional: High-income expertise

Benefits

  • Bring your family

  • Flat 17% income tax

  • Exempt from foreign income tax

Unlimited dependents.

 

3. Retirement Visa (Non-Immigrant O-A)

Duration & Cost
Issued for 1 year, renewable annually.

Requirements

  • Aged 50+

  • Bank balance ≥ 800 000 ฿ or monthly income ≥ 65 000 ฿ or assets ≥ 800 000 ฿

  • Health insurance: 400 000 ฿ inpatient + 40 000 ฿ outpatient

  • Clean criminal record and good health

Limitations

  • No employment allowed

  • Can apply for permanent residency after 3 years

Option to add spouse and children on Dependent visas.

 

4. Business Visa (Non-Immigrant B)

Duration & Cost
1-year visa, annual renewal available.

For

  • Employed individuals at Thai companies

  • Business owners

Requirements

  • Company invitation and valid Work Permit

Family visas available for spouses and children.

 

5. Student Visa (Non-Immigrant ED)

Duration & Cost
Valid for the duration of study, renewable as needed.

For

  • Students attending accredited Thai universities, language courses, or international schools

Family members qualify for Dependent visas.

 

6. Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)

Duration & Cost
Valid up to 5 years with exit requirement every 180 days. Fees start from 10 000 ฿.

For

  • Remote workers and freelancers employed by foreign companies

Option to include spouse and children under 20 in your application.

 

7. Tourist Visa

Options

  • TR (Tourist Visa): 60 days + 30-day extension = 90 days

  • VOA (Visa On Arrival): 30 days for nationalities including Russians + 7-day extension

Family Options
Separate tourist visas for spouse and children

Important
Don’t forget to apply for the TDAC Arrival Card 5 days before your flight—required for entry.

 

📄 Summary Table – Thailand Visas

 

✅ Don’t Forget the TDAC Arrival Card!

Apply online 5 days before departure, or you may be denied entry. Read more about Thai TDAC Card in our previous article.

🏠 VillaCarte Can Help With:

  • Choosing and applying for the right Thailand visa

  • Selecting investment-ready apartments or private villas in Phuket

  • Legal transaction support and full 24/7 concierge service

  • Property management, rental marketing, documentation, and airport transfers

Contact VillaCarte now for personalized visa and real estate advice—your gateway to living in Thailand!

 

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