Thailand•AsiaLTR-WP — LTR Visa - Wealthy Pensioner
At a Glance
3 weeks
THB ฿50,000
10 years
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
10-year renewable residency for retirees aged 50+ with at least $40,000 annual passive income or $80,000 investment; includes work permit and dependent sponsorship.
The Long-Term Resident (LTR) Wealthy Pensioner visa is Thailand's ten-year renewable residency program for affluent retirees and financially independent individuals aged 50+. Core qualification requires $80,000 annual passive income or $40,000 income plus $250,000 investment in Thai government bonds, property, or FDI, plus $50,000 health insurance. Open to all nationalities.
Processing takes 20 days via the BOI portal and Thai Embassy or One Stop Service Center in Bangkok. Visa fee is 50,000 THB. Dependents (spouse, parents, and children under 20) may be included, maximum 4 per applicant. The visa renews for successive ten-year terms and grants a digital work permit, though employment for salary is prohibited. Tax incentives on foreign-sourced income apply.
This visa is ideal for wealthy retirees aged 50+ seeking stable long-term residency in Thailand with family dependents and ongoing access to international income.
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 10 years |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must be 50 years of age or older.
Annual passive income of at least 80,000 USD.
If passive income is between 40,000 USD and 80,000 USD, must invest at least 250,000 USD in Thai government bonds, foreign direct investment, or property.
Health insurance with at least 50,000 USD coverage, or social security, or a 100,000 USD cash deposit held for 12 months.
Must be a retiree at the time of application.
KEY CRITERIA
Min. Income
40,000 USD/yr
Investment
250,000 USD
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Valid passport (at least 6 months validity).
Proof of passive income (tax returns, pension statements, etc.).
Proof of investment (if applicable).
Health insurance certificate or proof of deposit/social security.
Criminal record check (if requested).
Completed application forms.
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- 10-year renewable visa with no nationality restrictions
- Expedited service at airports and government agencies
- Tax exemption on foreign-sourced income for long-term residents
- Spouse entitled to work without restrictions in Thailand
- Can bring spouse, parents, and up to 4 dependents (children under 20)
- Fast processing: 20 working days from application to approval
- Digital work permit option included for remote work authorization
Worth Knowing
- Passive income requirement: minimum 80,000 USD/year, or 40,000 USD plus 250,000 USD investment
- Strict definition of passive income—active employment salary generally prohibited in Thailand
- Requires ongoing health insurance (50,000 USD coverage) or financial deposit maintenance
- Age requirement: applicants must be at least 50 years old to qualify
Application Process
Submit application and supporting documents to the Board of Investment (BOI) LTR portal.
Wait for qualification endorsement from the BOI.
Once endorsed, apply for the visa at a Thai Embassy/Consulate or the One Stop Service Center (OSSC) in Bangkok.
Pay the visa fee of 50,000 THB.
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