Who qualifies
- Wealthy global citizen — ASSET-based, not income-based: at least US$1,000,000 in total global net assets (which can include/combine with an investment of at least US$500,000 in Thailand). BOI removed the previous US$80,000/yr personal income requirement for this category.
- Wealthy pensioner (50+): pension or passive income (not salary or director fees) of at least US$80,000/yr; OR at least US$40,000/yr combined with at least US$250,000 invested in qualifying Thai assets.
- Work-from-Thailand professional: at least US$80,000/yr personal income over the last 2 years, working remotely for a well-established overseas employer (commonly required to have operated 3+ years with substantial revenue).
- Highly-skilled professional: qualifying employment in a targeted industry with a Thai entity, university, research centre or government agency, generally at US$80,000/yr — with reduced or waived thresholds in some cases (e.g. certain academic or government roles).
Requirements
- Thresholds differ sharply BY CATEGORY — do not assume a single US$80k income test. The Wealthy Global Citizen route is based on US$1M in assets, while the pensioner, work-from-Thailand and highly-skilled routes are income-based (with an asset-backed alternative for pensioners).
- Health insurance covering treatment in Thailand for the stay, or a qualifying deposit / social-security cover. BOI has specified coverage in both USD and THB terms at different times — confirm the current figure and accepted policy types directly with BOI.
- Category-specific evidence (employment, assets, pension, qualifications), verified through BOI endorsement.
Step-by-step
- Pick your LTR category.
- Register and submit qualifications on the BOI LTR portal.
- BOI endorses your qualification (the key gate).
- Collect the visa at Immigration or a Thai embassy.
- Enjoy 10-year stay with annual reporting.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- Proof of income, assets or pension appropriate to YOUR category
- Health insurance meeting BOI's current coverage requirement, or a qualifying deposit / social-security cover
- Employment or qualification evidence
- BOI endorsement letter
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming every LTR category needs US$80,000/yr income. It does not — the Wealthy Global Citizen route is asset-based (US$1M in global assets); BOI removed that category's income requirement.
- Underestimating the income/asset documentation BOI wants.
- Letting insurance lapse below the required coverage.
- Confusing LTR with Elite/Privilege — LTR has income, asset or qualification gates; Privilege is a paid membership with no such test.
FAQ
Does the LTR give tax benefits?
Some categories (e.g. highly-skilled professionals) get a flat personal income-tax rate, and foreign-income rules can be favourable. Confirm specifics with BOI and a tax advisor.
Do I still do 90-day reports on LTR?
No — LTR holders report once a year, a key advantage over most long-stay visas.
How much money do I actually need for the LTR?
It depends entirely on which of the four categories you apply under, and this is where most people go wrong. Wealthy Global Citizen is asset-based: at least US$1,000,000 in global net assets, which can include or combine with at least US$500,000 invested in Thailand — there is no longer a personal income test for this route. Wealthy Pensioner (50+) needs pension or passive income of at least US$80,000/yr, or at least US$40,000/yr plus at least US$250,000 in qualifying Thai assets. Work-from-Thailand Professional needs about US$80,000/yr over the past two years with a well-established overseas employer. Highly-Skilled Professional is generally US$80,000/yr in a targeted industry, with reductions or waivers in some academic and government roles. BOI sets and periodically revises these figures — verify yours on ltr.boi.go.th before committing.
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Sources & References
- ltr.boi.go.th
- Thailand Board of Investment (BOI)
- Immigration Bureau, Royal Thai Police
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand
Primary and official sources are cited above. Government rules, fees and procedures in Thailand change over time and vary by office; always confirm current requirements with the relevant authority before relying on them. BAANLYY never takes paid placement in editorial content.
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General information for 2025/26, not legal or immigration advice. Rules change — confirm with ltr.boi.go.th or a licensed visa agent before applying.
