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Thailand

Where adventure meets affordability

Thailand Visa Guide

9 visa options for moving to Thailand. From tourist visas to permanent residency and citizenship.

Tourist Visas

Tourist Visa & Visa Exemption

Short-term stays for Americans up to 90 days

Instant on arrival60 days (visa exemption) + 30 day extension = 90 days

Path to PRPath to Citizenship

Digital Nomad Visas

Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa

The premium 10-year option with significant tax benefits

20 working days for BOI endorsement10 years (two 5-year terms)

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)

The digital nomad breakthrough - 5 years for just $286

5-15 business days5 years total validity, 180 days per entry

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

Temporary Residency

Non-Immigrant O (Marriage/Family Visa)

Long-term residence for those married to Thai nationals

5-10 business days1 year, renewable annually

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

Retirement Visas

Non-Immigrant O-A (Retirement Visa)

The most popular retirement option for 50+ expats

5-10 business days at embassy1 year, renewable indefinitely

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

Work Visas

Non-Immigrant B (Business/Work Visa)

Required for legal employment in Thailand

5-10 business days for visa; 7-14 days for work permit90 days initial, extendable to 1 year with work permit

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

SMART Visa

For highly skilled professionals in targeted industries

20-30 working daysUp to 4 years

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

Investor Visas

Thailand Elite Visa (Thailand Privilege Card)

Pay-to-participate hassle-free long-term access

4-6 weeks for background check5-20 years depending on package

Path to PRPath to Citizenship

Student Visas

Education Visa (ED Visa)

Study Thai language, Muay Thai, or university programs

5-10 business days90 days, extendable while enrolled

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

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