Thailand Elite Visa
The Thailand Elite Visa (now referred to as the Thailand Privilege Visa or Thailand Privilege Card Membership) is a Privilege Entry Visa given to Thailand Privilege Card members. It is categorized as a long term tourist visa allowing residency in Thailand along with benefits for a period between 5, 10, or 15 years (with a 20-year package only available via introduction) depending on the chosen package in exchange for a membership fee. Thailand Privilege Visa program is managed by the Thailand Privilege Card Company Limited under the Tourism Authority of Thailand.- The Thailand Elite Visa is a 5-year renewable multiple-entry visa with an extendable 1-year length of stay per each entry.
- The Thailand Elite visa holder can have an uninterrupted stay in Thailand without the usual need to leave the country every 90 days as with the other visa types.
- The Elite Visa holder can utilize the privilege points to be represented by the Thailand Elite staff on the 90-day reporting as required by Thai Immigration.
- Thailand Elite card holders will receive expedited immigration formalities and passport control processing when arriving in Thailand
Thailand Elite Visa Qualifications
The applicant for the Elite visa program must have and maintain to have the following qualifications:- Holder of a foreign passport
- Being allowed to stay in Thailand in accordance with the immigration laws, which means the applicant has no overstay record in Thailand
- No minimum age requirement for Thailand Elite Visa program. Applicants under 20 years of age must provide parental or legal guardian authorization during the application process.
- Not having been sentenced by a judgment to imprisonment in any country except for an offense committed to negligence
- Not having been adjudicated bankrupt
- Not having been declared as a person of unsound mind, incompetence, or quasi-incompetence
Thailand Elite Visa Cost
The Thailand Elite Visa cost is based on the membership program. There are different Thailand Elite membership programs available to obtain a Thailand Elite Visa, each varying in validity, benefits, and cost, as follows:
Thailand Privilege Visa: BRONZE Package 
- Membership program validity of 5 years
- Provides a 5-year multiple-entry visa
- It costs 650,000 Thai Baht with no annual fee
- No age restriction; Elite members can apply at any age
- Applications must be submitted before December 31, 2025
Thailand Privilege Visa: GOLD Package
- Membership program validity of 5 years
- Provides a 5-year multiple-entry visa
- It costs 900,000 Thai Baht with no annual fee
- Provides 20 privilege points per year to redeem lifestyle privileges
- No age restriction; Elite members can apply at any age
Thailand Privilege Visa: PLATINUM Package
- Membership program validity of 10 years
- Provides a 5-year multiple entry visa, renewable for another 5 years
- It costs 1.5 million Thai baht with no annual fee (main applicant)
- It costs 500,000 Thai baht with no annual fee (additional applicant) **
- Provides 35 privilege points per year to redeem lifestyle privileges
- No age restriction; members can apply at any age
Thailand Privilege Visa: DIAMOND Package
- Membership program validity of 15 years
- Provides a 5-year multiple entry visa, renewable for another 5 years twice through the 15-year membership duration
- It costs 2.5 million Thai Baht with no annual fee (main applicant)
- It costs 500,000 Thai Baht with no annual fee (additional applicant) **
- Provides 55 privilege points per year to redeem lifestyle privileges
- No age restriction; members can apply at any age
Thailand Privilege Visa: RESERVE Package
- Membership program validity of 20 years or more
- Provides a 5-year multiple entry visa, renewable another 5 years thrice throughout the 20-year membership duration. After the 20 years are up, Thailand Elite members can apply for another 5-year visa
- It costs 5 million Thai Baht with no annual fee (main applicant)
- It costs 500,000 Thai baht with no annual fee (additional applicant) **
- Provides 120 privilege points per year to redeem lifestyle privileges
- Only available to applicants via an invitation or introduction
- No age restriction; members can apply at any age provided they have the invitation
1. Application for Thailand Elite Membership and Background Check
You can apply for the Thailand Privilege Entry Visa program whether you are in Thailand or abroad. All you need to do is send a soft copy of your passport and application form to an accredited Thailand Elite Privilege Visa GSSA via email to [email protected].
Siam Legal is one of the authorized general sales and services agent of the Thailand Privilege program. They will work with the Thailand Privilege Card Co. Ltd., Head Office, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Immigration Bureau to do immigration and criminal background checks.
The entire process may take 1 month for most nationalities and up to 3 months for special countries, with 4 to 6 weeks for the background check.
2. Thailand Elite Membership Fee Payment
When the applicant has passed a background check and the application has been approved, the applicant will be instructed to transfer the membership fee. The membership fee ranges from 650,000 Thai baht to 5 million Thai baht depending on the membership package the applicant has applied for.
The payment for the membership fee can be made through a bank transfer or credit card payment. The applicant will have 30 days to make the payment.
3. Thailand Elite Membership Acceptance
After completing the payment or bank transfer, the applicant will receive the Membership ID and instructions on how to receive the visa within 5 to 10 working days upon successfully paying their membership fee.
4. Thailand Elite Visa Issuance
The Thailand Elite members can affix the Thailand Privilege visa at the local Thai embassy or consulate in their respective country once the membership ID has been received. If it is not convenient for the applicant to collect the visa from the Thai embassy, it is also possible for the Thailand Elite card holder to obtain the Thailand Privilege visa upon arrival in Thailand at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Chiang Mai Airport, or Phuket Airport with the help of an Elite Personal Assistant.
In case the Thailand Elite Privilege member is in Thailand, the Thailand Elite agent will arrange the visa issuance at the Immigration Bureau in Bangkok.LIVE SUPPORT
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Thailand Elite Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Thai Elite Visa?
The Thailand Elite Privilege Visa is a special visa introduced in 2003 by the Tourism Authority of Thailand that aims to attract affluent visitors, businessmen, investors, and expats to stay in Thailand long-term. It is a visa classified as a Privilege Entry Visa that is valid for 5 years with multiple entries without having to deal with so much paperwork or visits to the immigration office. The Thailand Elite members will be allowed to stay in the country for up to 1 year on each visit.How long is the Thai Elite Visa application process?
The Thailand Elite Privilege membership program and Thailand Elite Privilege Visa application process may take a total of 1 to 3 months depending on the nationality of the applicant and in case of immigration or criminal record of the applicant. In terms of background checks, the whole process could last between 4 to 6 weeks.Do any Thailand Elite application documents need a notary stamp or to be certified?
No. It is not required for the Thailand Elite Privilege Visa application forms and copy of passport to be notarized or to be certified. A scanned copy sent through email or photocopy of these documents is sufficient. The application form are also not required to be notarized when applying for the Elite membership.What is the passport validity that is required for this Elite visa process?
You need to have at least 12 months remaining in the validity of your passport at the time of application. However, in case you have less than 5 years passport validity, the Thai Embassy or Immigration Bureau will affix the Thai Elite visa sticker based on the expiration date stated in your passport. The remaining validity of your Thai Elite visa will then be affixed to your new passport. It is also good to note that you need to have at least 3 blank pages in your passport when submitting the application.Do I have to appear in person for the Thailand Elite application?
No, it is not required to personally appear during the Thai Elite membership application. You will be represented by a sales agent during the membership application. However, your presence is required during the issuance of the visa whether it is at the Thai Embassy abroad, at Suvarnabhumi airport, or at the Bangkok immigration office.What are the required documents for application for the Thai Elite Visa?
The required documents for the application of the Thailand Elite membership are a copy of the profile page of your passport, a colored ID photo with a white background, a duly accomplished Thai Elite Visa application form, a signed PDPA form, and a copy of proof of relationship for any family member applying with the main applicant.Is there an income requirement to apply for the Thai Elite visa?
There is no income requirement to apply for the Thailand Elite visa program. The applicant only needs to pay the membership fee which will range from 650,000 Thai baht to 5 million Thai baht. Although there is no income requirement, one of the requirements to qualify as a member is that the applicant has not been adjudicated bankrupt.How does the Thai Elite visa differ from the Thai Retirement visa?
The Thai Elite Visa differs from the retirement visa in such a way that the financial requirement or membership fee is non-refundable. The financial requirement for a retirement visa is deposited in the visa holder’s bank account as his/her own savings. The retirement visa must be renewed every year whereas the Thai Elite visa does not need to be renewed every year. Both Thai Elite Visa and Retirement Visa require 90-day address reporting at the local immigration office.Do I have to pay income taxes in Thailand as a Thai Elite visa holder?
The Thai Elite Visa holder may or may not need to pay income tax in Thailand, depending on different factors and the double tax agreement between Thailand and other countries. It is highly recommended to consult with a tax consultant about this matter.Can Thai Elite Visa holders buy real estate in Thailand?
Just like other foreigners, Thai Elite Visa holders can own condominiums in their own name. If applicants wish to acquire land and build a house, they can obtain a long-term lease on the land (for up to 30 years). They will need to apply for a construction permit to build the house in their own name. This way applicants can own the house and have a secured long-term lease on the land.Why choose Siam Legal as your Thailand Elite Visa Agent?
Siam Legal is the authorized General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA) for Thailand Privilege membership in Thailand. The firm provides the following services on top of the services provided by an Elite agent:
- 24/7 VIP phone number (priceless)
- 2 hours of legal consultation with our legal advisor (value 10,000 THB)
- 2 hours of immigration consultation (value 6,000 THB)
- Free Notary Public service (one document, one-time value 3,000 THB)
- Free Bank Account Opening Service (value 5,000 THB)
Siam Legal does not charge any fee to assist you.
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Thailand Privilege Package Comparison
Bronze
Membership Cost (primary applicant):
650,000 THB
Additional family members will pay the same cost
No Annual Fees
Membership Term:
5 years
No Age Restriction; Members Can Be Any Age
N/A
Gold
Membership Cost (primary applicant):
900,000 THB
Additional family members will pay the same cost
No Annual Fees
Membership Term:
5 years
No Age Restriction; Members Can Be Any Age
20 Privilege Points Per Year
Platinum
Membership Cost (primary applicant):
1.5 million THB
Membership Cost (additional applicant):
1 million THB
No Annual Fees
Membership Term:
10 years
No Age Restriction; Members Can Be Any Age
35 Privilege Points Per Year
Diamond
Membership Cost (primary applicant):
2.5 million THB
Membership Cost (additional applicant):
1.5 million THB
No Annual Fees
Membership Term:
15 years
No Age Restriction; Members Can Be Any Age
55 Privilege Points Per Year
Reserve
Membership Cost (primary applicant):
5 million THB
Membership Cost (additional applicant):
2 million THB
No Annual Fees
Membership Term:
20 years
No Age Restriction; Members Can Be Any Age
Members Only Allowed to Apply Via Invitation Only
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I hold a DTV visa at the moment but prefer to have the Thailand Elite Visa so as to be more stable for the future. Do I have to leave Thailand to get the elite visa or can I apply within Thailand?
Dear Larry,
Yes, you can apply for the Thailand Elite Visa while you are in Thailand — however, you will need to leave the country for the visa issuance.
Once your application is approved and you receive your Welcome Letter, you can have the visa affixed upon arrival at the airport when re-entering Thailand.
The approval process typically takes around 3–4 weeks, so we recommend applying in advance if your current visa is nearing expiration.
I have read that it is quite difficult now to open a bank account in Thailand. Does the Thailand Elite Visa holder have the ability to open a bank account in Thailand?
Dear Bobby,
Yes, as a Thailand Elite Visa holder, you can open a bank account in Thailand. In fact, the TPC program offers streamlined banking access as one of its key privileges.
Thailand Elite has partnerships with major banks, including:
Kasikorn Bank (KBank): Thailand Elite members can visit any KBank branch without needing an appointment to open an account. Required documents include a valid passport, Thailand Elite Visa, membership card, and a Thai mobile number. KBank also offers foreign currency deposit accounts in multiple currencies such as USD, EUR, AUD, and more.
Bangkok Bank (BBL): Members can open accounts at any Bangkok Bank branch. However, you’ll need to make a reservation through the Member Contact Center at least five working days in advance.
To open a bank account, you’ll typically need:
-Valid passport (same as registered with Thailand Elite)
-Thailand Elite Visa
-Thailand Elite Membership Card/Certificate Letter
-Thai mobile phone number
-Details of your residence in Thailand
We are a family of four from the US, we plan to work remotely in Thailand. What is the best elite visa package for our family?
Dear Fred,
For a family of four planning to work remotely in Thailand, the Platinum Package (10-year visa) is the most suitable, offering family add-on pricing and long-term stability.
Special Promotion (1 July – 30 September 2025):
Additional family members applying under the Platinum, Diamond, or Reserve packages can enjoy a discounted rate of THB 500,000 (normally THB 1M–2M).
To qualify, complete documentation must be submitted and payment made within the promotion period.
When does the Thailand Elite Bronze package end?
Dear Danny,
Thank you for the message. The Thailand Privilege Bronze Membership, initially set to close on June 30, 2025, has had its application deadline extended to December 31, 2025. This extension provides prospective members with additional time to apply for this limited-time offer.
What are the main features, benefits, and eligibility requirements of the Thailand Elite Visa, and how does it compare to other long-term visa options for foreigners wishing to stay in Thailand?
The Thailand Elite Visa, now called the Thailand Privilege Visa, is a long-term residency visa offering stays from 5 to 20 years, depending on the package. Key features include multiple-entry visas, concierge services, fast-track immigration, and access to exclusive benefits like airport lounges and health checkups. It requires a one-time membership fee starting at THB 650,000, with no age, income, or employment restrictions. Unlike retirement or marriage visas, it does not require financial proof, ongoing income, or Thai sponsors. However, it does not allow employment in Thailand, though remote work for foreign companies is permitted. Compared to other long-term visas, it offers greater convenience, fewer bureaucratic steps, and is ideal for high-net-worth individuals or remote workers seeking a premium lifestyle. It’s more expensive but far more flexible and hassle-free than retirement or Non-immigrant O visas.
I have a family member married to a Thai woman. They would like to be together. He is 63 and a US citizen. Which VISA option is best for this situation?
Dear Tamara,
If your 63-year-old US citizen family member prefers the Thailand Elite Visa route, the best option is the Bronze Membership:
Bronze Membership:
– THB 650,000 for a 5-year visa
– Easiest, most affordable Elite option
– No age or income requirements
– Fast-track services, immigration support
– No need to show financial proof like the Thai Marriage Visa
This is the best long term visa option if he wants convenience, minimal paperwork, and doesn’t plan to work in Thailand.
Hi Rex, if you are applying to have a Thai company/entity set up in order to conduct business but are not planning on living there (but will occasionally flying back forth) can the Thai Elite Visa be in place of a business visa?
Hi Alecia,
If you will be a managing director of this Thai company, unfortunately a Thai Elite visa will not be issued to you until you remove yourself as director. Having a Thai business visa might be more suitable in your case in this occasion. However, if your part of the company does not require you to have a work permit or the participation in this Thai company is very minimal, you may apply for Thailand Elite visa for you to have a multiple entry long term visa in Thailand.
Thank you.
Rex,
Can I take care of all Elite Visa requirements without visiting a Thai Consulate in my home country (USA)? If this is not required, how then will I receive the official visa to be added to my passport?
I plan to live in Nan Province with my Thai wife once we return to Thailand in 2024. Does Nan Immigration recognize the Elite Visa?
Finally, after paying the fee for my Elite Visa, do I also need to maintain a special Thai bank account for the normally-expected THB 800,000 or is this not required under the terms of an Elite visa?
If you are not a holder of a Thai Elite Visa, you can contact me directly, and I will assist you with the application process.
For the official visa sticker, you have two options: you can either collect it at the Thai Embassy in the USA or upon your arrival in Thailand. This can be done at one of the three airports: Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi), Phuket, or Chiang Mai. To have a smooth process, please inform the Thai Privilege staff of your arrival date so they can guide you through the VIP lane and have the visa sticker prepared.
You don’t need to worry about your Thai bank account; once the payment is made, the process is completed.
Hello Rex,
I’m interested in the 10 year elite privilege access visa.
Q1. My Australian Passport will be expired in JUNE 2024, is it okay to apply the elite visa RIGHT NOW or should I RENEW my passport then apply it later?
Q2. DURING I AM STAYING in THAILAND as a tourist, can I apply the elite visa and get my visa sticker on my passport, OR should I apply it abroad, ie) in Australia?
Q3. When I pay for the elite visa, can I transfer the visa membership fee FROM MY THAI GF’S BANK ACCOUNT?
Q4. When I apply the elite visa, can I attend your office in person?
I’m looking forward to hearing you soon. Thanks so much.
Hi Alex,
I recommend renewing your passport before applying for an Elite Visa.
You can apply for an Elite Visa in Thailand or in Australia. If you are in Thailand, I can help you apply and you will get the sticker at the Immigration Office at Chaengwattana in Bangkok.
If you choose to use a different bank account to pay for your Elite Visa, please make sure that you include your full name and specify the purpose of the payment. Alternatively, you can use a credit card linked to your Australian bank account for payment.
Yes, you can come to the office to apply for the Elite Privilege Access visa.
Hello there –
What’s the difference between upgrading from Elite Easy Access to Elite Superiority Extension or Elite Ultimate Privilege?
Dear Kreo,
Thank you for your interest in the Thai Elite Visa.
Regarding your inquiry, there are some differences between Elite Superiority Extension and Elite Ultimate Privilege. Elite Ultimate Privilege cost is 1.4 million THB and you can add your family members (They will apply for Elite Family Premium package). There is an annual fee of around 20,000 THB for the Elite Ultimate Privilege. Elite Superiority Extension costs 400,000 THB, and cannot add family members and there is no airport limousine service.
Kind regards,
Rex Baay
Is it ok for me to travel to Thailand with a Tourist Visa – (60days) 2-4x in a year?
If so, will I be allowed to extend per trip as well?
Dear Martz,
It is not a problem to do it 2x. However if you will do it 4x in a year, that will make immigration officer doubt that you are a genuine tourist.
Thank you.
1. What are the perks I can get for Elite Easy Access, the 600K THB for 5 years.
2. Is there’s any hidden charges?
3. I’m from India can I apply for Elite Easy Access?
Hi Gaurav,
With Elite Easy Access, you will receive several perks, including airport services, access to the airport lounge, and up to 24 short-haul (50KM or 80KM) car services per year.
There are no hidden charges.
Yes, you can apply for Elite Easy Access. However, it will take 2-3 months to get approval.
Can I open up a Thai bank account easily if I have a Thai Elite Visa
Yes, Thailand Elite Visa holders can easily open a Thai bank account. Which Thailand Elite program are you interested in?
Is it legal to work on a Elite Visa as a digital nomad in Thailand? I’m registered abroad and also pay taxes there. No business with Thai people.
Dear Mike,
It is acceptable to be on Elite Visa and continue working for a company abroad. You cannot work for a Thai company nor deal with Thai clients.
Thank you.
Does the Elite Family Excursion (minimum 2 persons) include my husband? We have no children, so can myself and my husband purchase this visa to come together?
Dear Holly,
Yes, the application has to be you and your husband. You can apply for the background check at the same time and you can get the visa sticker at anytime you wish after you have received the Welcome Letter.
Thank you.
With 5 years Thailand Elite Visa, how many times can I leave and enter Thailand?
Dear Raul,
Good day.
Regarding your inquiry, the 5-year visa sticker is valid for multiple entries. Technically, there is no limit on the number of times you can enter and exit Thailand within this 5-year period. Each entry will allow you to stay for a maximum of 1 to 2 years without the need to leave Thailand.
Thank you.
Hello, I would like to apply for the Elitevisa but I have a 5 day overstay on my passport, can I still apply?
Dear Jodie,
Yes, it is possible to apply for the Elite Visa as long as the overstay has been cleared already and you have paid the overstay fine and left Thailand. You can apply for the Elite Visa while abroad or when you return to Thailand.
Thank you.
Thanks a lot for sharing this article as I find it amazing and it has been very useful
I’m married a thai national can i a apply for the thai elite visa.
Hi Jube,
You are allowed to apply for a Thai Elite Visa if you are married to a Thai national. However, you cannot hold both a marriage visa and a Thai Elite Visa simultaneously; it’s a matter of choosing one or the other.
If you’re interested in applying for a Thai Elite Visa, you can complete the application form and provide scanned copies of your passport’s profile page (in color) along with a photograph of yourself against a white background.
Once it’s completed, you can send it over to us and we will send it over to Thailand Privilege on your behalf.
Hi,
For the Thai Elite Visa, once obtained, do I automatically get permanent residence status in Thailand? If not, then what are the requirements?
Dear Peter,
Good day.
No, the Thailand Elite Visa is a long stay tourist visa valid for 5 years allowing you to stay in Thailand for 365 days each time you enter Thailand within the duration of your visa.
Thank you.
When aquiring a Thailand Elite Via, which additional documents do I need to enter during the COVID pandemic?
Thanks Rex for a very informative site!
Will see you wonderful people as soon as Thailand open ! choke dee! ?
Dear Andreas,
Thank you so much for your kind words. Have a good day.
I’m a British citizen resident outside Thailand, interested in an Elite 5 year visa. I understand this costs 500,000 Baht.
What are the health insurance requirements please?
Please reply to my email. Thank you.
Hello Rex.
I am a frequent visitor to Thailand and I am thinking of getting an elite visa.I am currently in Australia and with covid at the moment the borders here are closed.Iwas wondering if ,when the borders open,I could enter Thailand on a 30 visa exempt stamp and apply for the elite visa then.The exemption could be extended by 30 days if necessary if the application wasn’t completed in 30 days.
Yours faithfully
Paul Findlay
Hello! I am a USA citizen and I am considering living in Thailand. I read about the different types of visas available for American citizens and I would like to ask the following:
On the Elite visa, one of the requirements is not being subject of a bankruptcy, is this condition ever or is it conditioned to a certain span of time (in California (USA), bankrupt is erased after 7 years).
On the SMART STARTUP VISA (S), what are the 10 targeted industries considered for this type of visa.
I greatly appreciate any advise and information you can offer.
Best regards,
Marek
Hello Rex. Thank you for the info and time to answer our questions.
My wife and are a US citizen and we are over 50 years of age. We do meet the financial requirement to retired in Thailand. What are our steps to secure retirement visa? I was told that once we enter Thailand, we need to secure a long term (12 months) lease in order to open bank account but we are not sure if we want to commit to a long term lease if I might not get the 1 year retirement visa.
Can you help with the steps? Thanks.
I am a consultant working online for projects outside Thailand, would I be allowed to work while residing in Thailad with a elite visa program?
Thanks for share the useful information about Thai Elite Visa.
You’re welcome. Have a great day.
Hi
My brother was deported from Thailand due to a minor drug offence and was banned for 2 years but that expires soon and he intends to move back to Thailand. He already has an elite visa so can he just arrive at the airport and enter on his elite visa or does he also need some other type of permission to re enter?
Dear Paul,
If the Elite Visa has already been affixed in his passport, he may apply for the COE or Certificate of Entry to Thailand through this page:
Thank you.
My wife and I are planning to use a Thai Elita Visa to come to Thailand and make it our home. Are we allowed to do some volunteer work such as helping the soi dogs and helping elderly people?
Kind regards,
Rob and Cindy
The Netherlands
Dear Rob,
Yes, you will be allowed to do some charity work but please make sure that you cannot do some activities that requires a work permit. There is a fine line between charity work and volunteer work. I recommend for you not to get too involved in case too much involvement will require a work permit.
Thank you.
Hello, I am United States citizen. I am interested in the Elite visa program. Will my nationality qualify?
Thank you very much krab
Hi Rex
We are a married gay male couple Australian and Cambodian looking to relocate to Thailand.
I understand the elite visa will recognise our marriage however I was wondering if retirement visa was an option as well one of us is over 50 but the other is 40 yo
Dear Rex, A belated Happy new year to you, My name Is Andy and I would like a question answered. I am getting ready to come and have a long stay in your beautiful country, Regarding the Elite programme, You need to deposit 600,000 Baht of which is NON-refundable to gain the 5-year visa, Question 1 If Thai immigration decides in their wisdom after 2 years of my 5-year visa being active to cancel the programme I would be without a visa and approx 300,000 Baht out of pocket, Minus a car and condo that I would have purchased. Yes or No. Regards Andy.
Hi, I am 70 years old and am having a yacht built in Rayong for me. I’d like to spend some extended time in Thailand this Feb/Mar overseeing the final construction of the yacht, the sea trials and then a few months while I learn to “handle” the yacht. I do not see myself needing more than 1 year in Thailand unless I fall in love with the country and people and decide to stay.
It sounds like the retirement visa would be best for me. Do you agree? The OA Visa?
Thank you.
Gary
Hi Rex,
Hope all is well In Thailand.
I’m currently in London having to deal with the Thai embassy which is almost impossible to do as it is a very bad embassy and a hard embassy to deal with, just very stressful which it shouldn’t be especially in London, UK.
It’s currently December 13 what is the best way for me to come to Thailand in January? My understanding is the STV Visa is not for residents of the UK because we have current Covid-19 cases so what is the best way for me to come to Thailand in January? My girlfriend is currently there and I have a house in Phuket. Can I also ask what is the best way to get a marriage Visa if I am going to be marrying my girlfriend? is it to come to Thailand then get the Non O 1 year Visa whilst I’m there then transfer it to a marriage Visa?
Can you help me with these questions and your best advice please as you definitely know what you are talking about and your info sounds up to date.
? ? for your help
Please give me a sugestion.
If the expat is holding the Thailand Elite Visa and they would like to work in Thailand. What should they do for this matter? They have to cancel the Thailand Elite Visa along with benefits and apply for the Non Immigrant B visa and Work Permit? or they can still hold their Thailand Elite Visa and just apply for Work Permit?
Dear Natpapha,
Good day.
If the Thai Elite Visa holder would like to work in Thailand. There is no need to cancel the 5 year visa. He or she just need to leave Thailand, obtain a new Non Immigrant B visa and use it to enter Thailand. While in Thailand he or she can apply for a work permit. If this person wishes to stop working, he or she can leave Thailand and return to Thailand and use the remaining validity of the Thai Elite Visa.
Thank you.
Morning Rex,
I’m thinking to apply to the Elite Thai Visa, should I be able to enter in Thailand currently under this visa ?
Cheers
Dear Jason,
Good day.
Yes, the Thai Elite Visa holder or members were added to the list of foreigners allowed to apply for the COE and permitted to enter Thailand. We will send you an email on how you can sign up for the membership.
Thank you.
Hi Jason, with an elite visa must you leave the country and re-enter at the end of your one year stay?
Secondly can you leave and re-enter just before the expiry effectively making it a six year visa?
Thank you
I am opening a Private School in Thailand. I have Thai business partners and investors in Private Limited company. Can performance requirements in contract require the civil courts to order me provided with a work permit Visa, during pandemic
I have a n “O”(retirement) visa issued in Thailand. Do I have to re- apply for a Certificate of Entry and an O-A visa in order to re-enter Thailand? Thank you
Dear Thomas,
Good day.
it depends on the location where you are flying from. If you are in the UK, there was a report that Non Immigrant O retirement was issued a certificate of entry. If you are in the US, it was strictly stated that they would only issue a certificate of entry to those with non-immigrant OA visa, so if you do not have it, you may have to apply for this Non immigrant OA visa. I recommend to check with the local Thai embassy in your city or country.
Thank you.
Can we apply still for 1 Year non immigrant visa at the moment?
Dear Sutida,
Yes, you can apply for the 1 year non immigrant B, O or OA visa from Thai embassy. You may check this page for the list of visas that you or the applicant may apply:
https://www.thaiembassy.com/travel/can-you-enter-thailand-now-during-the-covid-19-crisis.php
Thank you.
G’day mate.
What is the fastest period of time that a Thai Elite Visa could be issued?
Dear Tom,
Good day.
Thank you for your message. Regarding your inquiry, the fastest time to complete the membership application and the application of the of the Thai Elite Visa is 1 month. There are factors that you have to consider when applying for the membership for Thai Elite: the nationality, immigration record in Thailand for the past 3 years and the working hours of the Thai Embassy where the Thai Elite visa will be lodged.
Have a good day.
Please advise the fees and waiting time to receive each of the following visa types:
1.) One Year Non-Immigrant Visa
2.) Business Visa
3.) Thai Elite Visa
My nationality is South African and I would be seeking employment with schools teaching English and Business English.
Any other advice would be welcomed.
Thank you.
Dear Mark,
Good day. Regarding your inquiry, here are some of the information that you may need:
1. Thai Elite costs 500,000 THB and the processing time is 1 to 3 months.
2. Business Visa does not cost much but you need to have a Thai business partner to sponsor your application.
3. 1 Year non immigrant visa does not cost much but you need to be a condominium owner, have a Thai wife or perhaps a retiree.
Based on your information, you may look for a job in Thailand and then you may apply for the Non Immigrant B visa for employment and also apply for the Certificate of Entry from the Thai Embassy in Pretoria.
Thank you.