The Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa is a BOI-administered programme offering up to 10 years of stay for foreigners who meet category-specific wealth, income, or professional tests. It is not the same as DTV, retirement Non-O-A, or Thailand Elite — each product has different fees, evidence, and compliance culture.
LTR categories at a glance
| Category | Who it fits | Typical evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Wealthy Global Citizen | High net worth | Global assets above published floor |
| Wealthy Pensioner | Age 50+ | Pension or passive income threshold |
| Work-from-Thailand Professional | Remote employees | Employer size, income, experience |
| Highly Skilled Professional | In-demand skills | Salary, degree, employer in Thailand |
Each category has minimum income or asset tests updated in BOI guidance. Meeting the floor on paper is not enough — officers review source and sustainability.
How LTR differs from DTV and retirement
DTV targets remote workers and listed activities with a lower financial bar and multi-year visa pattern — see DTV complete guide.
Non-Immigrant O-A (retirement) suits age-50+ applicants with Thai-bank or pension evidence through Immigration — see retirement hub and retirement vs Elite comparison.
LTR offers a longer horizon and BOI concierge-style processing for those who already exceed published category floors. Compare: DTV vs LTR.
Application process
- 1
Confirm category fit
Match your profile to one LTR box. Mixed evidence across categories slows review.
- 2
Gather financial and professional documents
Bank letters, tax returns, employment contracts, degree certificates — as the category requires.
- 3
Apply through the BOI LTR channel
Online submission and qualification letter precede visa issuance at Thai missions abroad.
- 4
Obtain visa and enter Thailand
Read the entry stamp. Set up TM.30 and reporting calendars.
- 5
Maintain compliance
Annual reporting, tax obligations where applicable, and category conditions.
Info
LTR permission to work in Thailand depends on category. Remote professionals work for overseas employers; highly skilled categories may involve Thai companies under separate work-authorisation rules.
Costs and benefits
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| LTR application / visa fee | 50,000 THB | Category-dependent; check current BOI fee schedule |
| Re-entry permit (if needed) | 1,000 THB | See re-entry guide |
| 90-day report fine (late) | 2,000 THB | File TM.47 on time |
Benefits commonly cited include long stay length, simplified re-entry in many cases, and work-authorisation pathways for certain categories — confirm current BOI marketing against your file.
Post-arrival compliance
LTR holders still interact with Immigration for address notification and periodic reporting.
- TM.30 guide · TM.30 task
- 90-day reporting · 90-day task
- Re-entry permit if you travel frequently
Frequently asked questions
Is LTR the same as Thailand Elite?
No. Elite is a paid membership product with its own visa by-product. LTR is BOI-managed with category tests.
Can I switch from DTV to LTR?
You apply fresh when you meet LTR thresholds — plan timing before visa expiry.
Do LTR holders pay Thai tax?
Tax residency depends on stay length and income source. Consult a qualified adviser.
Where is the official LTR portal?
BOI publishes the application site and category PDFs — use those, not agent brochures alone.
See LTR hub and visa eligibility checker.
