Thailand•Asia3 weeks – 1 month
THB 50,000 THB
Varies by filing options
5 to 10 years
5 yr initial · extendable to 10 · Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
Job offer required
Work
Remote not required
Long-term residency for skilled professionals in targeted Thai industries; minimum $80,000 annual income (or $40,000–$80,000 with Master's in STEM).
The Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa for Highly-Skilled Professionals enables residency in Thailand for experts in automotive, electronics, biotechnology, digital, or medical sectors. Applicants require a valid Thai employment contract and minimum income of 80,000 USD annually (or 40,000–80,000 USD with advanced degrees). The visa grants ten-year renewable residency.
Applicants must maintain health insurance with 50,000 USD coverage or a 100,000 USD cash deposit. Processing takes 20–30 working days for Qualification Endorsement. Application fee is 50,000 THB plus 3,000 THB annually for digital work permit. Spouses can work without restriction. Dependents (spouse, children under 20, parents) may accompany with no limit; same-sex spouses recognized.
This visa is ideal for highly skilled professionals in specialized technical or research roles seeking long-term stability in Thailand.
| Initial grant | 5 years |
| Extendable up to | 10 years |
Work in a targeted industry or for a Thai government agency, educational, or research institution.
Valid employment contract or service agreement with a business entity in Thailand.
Minimum personal income of 80,000 USD/year for the past 2 years (or 40,000-80,000 USD/year with a Master's degree in science/technology or special expertise).
Health insurance with minimum 50,000 USD coverage, social security benefits, or a 100,000 USD cash deposit.
Education
master or higher
Min. Income
40,000 EUR/yr
Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
Photograph (taken within the last 6 months)
Proof of income (tax returns, pay slips, etc.)
Employment contract or service agreement
Proof of work experience (resume, employment certificates)
Educational certificates
Proof of health insurance or financial guarantee
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