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LTR Visa (Long-Term Resident) in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Thailand's 10-year Long-Term Resident visa — for wealthy global citizens, pensioners, remote professionals, and highly-skilled experts.

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Overview

The Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa is a 10-year visa introduced by Thailand's Board of Investment (BOI) to attract high-potential foreigners for long-term stay. It is issued for 5 years and renewable for a further 5, and comes with benefits well beyond a standard long-stay visa.

The LTR covers four categories: Wealthy Global Citizens, Wealthy Pensioners, Work-from-Thailand Professionals (remote employees of established foreign companies), and Highly-Skilled Professionals working in targeted industries. Each category has its own income, asset, and insurance criteria.

Benefits include multiple entry, annual (rather than 90-day) reporting, fast-track service at international airports, the ability to include a spouse and dependents, a digital work permit for eligible categories, and a flat 17% personal income tax rate for qualifying highly-skilled professionals. MJ & Co assesses which category fits you and handles the full BOI application.

LTR Visa Categories & Requirements

  • Wealthy Global Citizens: significant personal assets and annual income, plus a qualifying investment in Thailand
  • Wealthy Pensioners: retirees aged 50+ with a stable annual pension or passive income
  • Work-from-Thailand Professionals: remote employees of established overseas companies who meet the income criteria
  • Highly-Skilled Professionals: experts in BOI-targeted industries (eligible for a flat 17% income tax rate)
  • Health insurance with minimum USD 50,000 coverage, Thai social security, or a qualifying deposit
  • Valid passport and clean background check
  • We confirm the current BOI income, asset, and investment thresholds for your specific category

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the LTR visa valid?
The LTR is a 10-year visa, issued as an initial 5 years and renewable for a further 5 years, provided you continue to meet the qualifying criteria for your category. It also replaces the usual 90-day reporting with annual reporting.
Who qualifies for the LTR visa?
There are four categories: Wealthy Global Citizens, Wealthy Pensioners (50+), Work-from-Thailand Professionals (remote employees of established foreign companies), and Highly-Skilled Professionals in BOI-targeted industries. Each has its own income, asset, and insurance criteria. MJ & Co assesses which category fits you and confirms the current thresholds.
Can I work in Thailand on an LTR visa?
Yes, for eligible categories. Work-from-Thailand and Highly-Skilled Professionals can obtain a digital work permit under the LTR program, without the standard Thai-to-foreign employee ratio requirements. We advise on what your category allows.
What are the tax benefits of the LTR visa?
Qualifying Highly-Skilled Professionals benefit from a flat 17% personal income tax rate on Thai employment income. Tax treatment of foreign-sourced income depends on current Revenue Department rules and your circumstances — our CPA can advise on your specific situation.

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