Residency routes
Every way to stay.
Thailand has no single “residency visa”. It has routes, each with its own length of stay, money test and rules on work. Compare them here, then let us check the one that fits.
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Destination Thailand Visa
Five years of entries for people working for employers or clients outside Thailand.
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For high earners, pensioners, investors and skilled professionals who meet a BOI category.
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Pay once, stay long. A membership route for people who would rather not prove an income.
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The classic route for a slower life, renewed one year at a time from inside Thailand.
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The short version.
| Route | Length of stay | Suits | The money test | Work in Thailand |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Destination Thailand Visa | 5-year visa, up to 180 days per entry | Remote workers, and Muay Thai, cooking or culture students | 500,000 THB in savings | Only for employers or clients abroad |
| Long-Term Resident | Up to 10 years | High earners, pensioners, investors and skilled professionals | Income, assets or employer criteria by category | Depends on the category |
| Thailand Privilege | 5 to 20 years, by membership tier | People who would rather pay than prove an income | A one-off membership fee | Not from membership alone |
| Retirement visa | 1 year at a time, renewed yearly | Anyone aged 50 or over | 800,000 THB in a Thai bank, or 65,000 THB a month | No |
A planning summary from official sources checked 8 October 2026. The responsible authority decides each application.
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