Thailand•AsiaNON-IM — Non-Immigrant Visa Category IM (Investment)
At a Glance
1–2 weeks
USD $80
Varies (Renewable annually as long as investment is maintained)
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Thailand Non-Immigrant IM visa for approved individuals staying temporarily in Thailand with processing within 10-15 days.
The Non-Immigrant Visa Category IM is Thailand's investment visa for wealthy individuals seeking residency through a minimum 10 million THB investment in property, fixed deposits, or government bonds. This provides legal residency status independent of employment or family ties, with annual renewal as long as the investment is maintained.
The initial 3-month visa is renewable annually. Processing takes 10–15 working days; application fees are USD 80. Dependents are allowed, but spouses cannot work independently. The investment must be maintained and verified throughout the visa period, making this a high-barrier capital-intensive pathway.
This visa is ideal for independent investors and entrepreneurs with significant capital seeking stable long-term Thai residency tied to direct economic contribution rather than employment.
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Minimum savings: 10000000
Investment: 10000000 THB
KEY CRITERIA
Investment
10,000,000 THB
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Valid passport
Passport photos
Investment documentation
Bank transfer proof
Financial statements
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Renewable annual visa as long as 10M THB investment is maintained
- Flexible investment options: property, fixed deposits, or government bonds
- No job offer or employment required — asset-based qualification
- Dual intent allowed — maintain residence abroad while staying in Thailand
- Dependents can join on dependent visas
- Fast processing: typically approved within 10-15 working days
- Direct path to extended stay — no temporary visa prerequisite
- Access to Thailand's developed real estate and financial markets
Worth Knowing
- High barrier to entry: minimum 10 million THB investment required upfront
- Investment must remain intact and available throughout visa tenure
- Spouse cannot work — limited employment options for family members
- Initial 3-month visa period before first renewal is needed
- Remote work not permitted — work visa or business registration required
Application Process
Arrange investment
Prepare 10 million THB investment in qualifying options
Open investment account
Complete property purchase, fixed deposit, or bond purchase in applicant's name
Prepare visa documents
Gather passport, photos, investment proof, and financial documents
Submit application
Apply at Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate with investment documentation
Pay visa fee
Pay Non-Immigrant IM visa fee
Await processing
Wait 10-14 days for approval
Receive visa
Collect visa with 3-month initial validity
Register investment
Register with immigration within 2 weeks of arrival for extension
Application Forms
| Non-Immigrant IM Application Form | Fill online |
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