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Thailand investor visa (LTR Wealthy Global Citizen)
LTR Visa – Wealthy Global Citizen and Wealthy Pensioner
In short
Wealthy individuals can obtain a 10-year LTR visa as Wealthy Global Citizens by holding at least USD 1 million in assets and investing at least USD 500,000 in Thai government bonds, Thai companies or Thai property, with average income of USD 80,000. Retirees aged 50+ with passive income of USD 80,000 a year (or USD 40,000 plus a USD 250,000 investment) use the Wealthy Pensioner category.
Apply on LTR Visa (Thailand Board of Investment) checked 25 October 2026
Key facts
- Validity
- 10 years (5 + 5), multiple entry
- Fee
- THB 50,000Processing fee per person when the visa is collected in Thailand; may be higher at embassies abroad.
- Funds required
- US$500,000Minimum investment in Thai government bonds (5+ years remaining), direct investment in Thai companies or Thai property, plus at least USD 1 million in total assets.
- Work
- Work permit possible through the LTR system
- Family
- Spouse and children under 20, up to 4 dependants
- Where to apply
- Online endorsement at ltr.boi.go.th, then visa via the e-Visa system or in Bangkok
Wealthy Pensioner
Retirees aged 50 or over need unearned or passive income, such as pensions, rent, dividends or interest, of at least USD 80,000 a year; salaries do not count. If passive income is between USD 40,000 and 80,000, an additional investment of USD 250,000 in Thai bonds, companies or property is required. The same insurance rule applies.
Wealthy Global Citizen
You need an investment in Thailand of at least USD 500,000 in your own name, in Thai government bonds with at least five years to maturity, direct investment in companies registered in Thailand, or Thai property, made before you apply; global or Thai assets of at least USD 1 million (which may include the investment); average personal income of USD 80,000 a year over the past two years; and health insurance of USD 50,000, Thai social security, or USD 100,000 in the bank for 12 months. Jointly owned investments are divided among the owners.
Application
Apply for the qualification endorsement online at ltr.boi.go.th, receive the result within 20 working days, complete the pre-approval and collect the visa within 60 days at a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate (via the e-Visa system) or in Bangkok.
- Make the qualifying investment in Thailand before applying.
- Apply for the BOI qualification endorsement on ltr.boi.go.th.
- Complete the pre-approval once the endorsement is granted.
- Apply for the LTR visa within 60 days through the e-Visa system or in Bangkok, paying the visa fee.
Benefits and obligations
Holders receive a ten-year renewable visa, annual instead of 90-day reporting, exemption from re-entry permits and tax exemption for overseas income under the programme. All conditions, including investment amounts and insurance, must be maintained throughout the visa.
Documents
Required documents
Identity
- Biodata page of the passport (scan)
Travel
- Document showing your current location (e.g. valid visa, residence permit, ticket or accommodation receipts)
Money
- Proof of the USD 500,000 investment (bonds, shares or property title in your name)
- Proof of USD 1 million in assets and of income
Work
- BOI letter of qualification endorsement
Insurance
- Health insurance of at least USD 50,000 or alternatives
Other
- Photograph taken within the last six months
Frequently asked questions
Does buying property in Thailand qualify?
Yes, investment in Thai property held in your own name can count towards the USD 500,000.
Is this permanent residence?
No, it is a ten-year renewable visa; it does not grant permanent residence by itself.
Can retirees use this route without investing?
Yes, with passive income of at least USD 80,000 a year under the Wealthy Pensioner category.
Official sources
- Thailand Board of Investment – Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand – Thai e-Visa (visa types, purposes and required documents)
- Royal Thai Embassy Bucharest – E-Visa: general conditions and information (apply where you are located, processing time, online payment)
- Royal Thai Embassy Islamabad – Thailand's e-Visa system (FAQ, March 2025)
Summarised from the official sources above. Rules, fees and processing times change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before you apply.
Other visa types for Thailand
Visits and short stays
- Tourist visa Maximum stay: Visa-free: up to 30 days; Tourist Visa: stays of up to 60 days per entry, extendable at the Immigration Bureau
- Medical treatment visa Validity: Single entry, valid 3 months
- Transit visa Validity: 1 entry valid 3 months; 2–4 entries valid 6 months
Business and self-employment
- Business visa Validity: Single entry 3 months; multiple entry 1 year; frequent business visa 3 years
Study and training
- Student visa Validity: Single entry, valid 3 months; stay extended in Thailand
Work
- Digital nomad visa Validity: 5 years, multiple entry
- Work visa Validity: Single entry, valid 3 months
- Skilled worker visa Validity: 10 years (5 + 5), multiple entry
Family
- Spouse and partner visa Validity: Single entry, valid 3 months; stay extended in Thailand
Residence
- Retirement visa Validity: O-A: 1 year, multiple entry; O-X: 5 years, multiple entry, renewable for 5 more
- Golden visa and residence by investment Validity: Visa: 5 years, multiple entry, renewed during membership
Online travel permits
- e-Visa Processing time: Set by the Thai embassy or consulate handling the application, for example at least 5 to 10 working days in Bucharest or about 14 working days in Islamabad after a complete application