What is LTR Visa

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LTR Visa is a long-term resident visa for foreigners with “high potential” (Long-Term Resident Visa).

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Benefits of the LTR visa in Thailand

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1.Long term accommodation without any hassle

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An LTR visa is issued for 5 years with the possibility of extending it for another 5 years — as a result, you can live in Thailand for up to 10 years without having to issue new documents each time.

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2. Minimum bureaucracy

• Instead of regular reporting every 90 days, just one visit a year to the One Stop Service center.
• You can leave the country and return without restrictions — you do not need a re-entry permit.
• At the border, priority is given to passport control (Fast Track) at international airports.
  

3. Legal work and no quotas

• A digital work permit is issued quickly and conveniently.
• There is no need to hire 4 Thais for every foreigner — there are no restrictions on numbers.
  

4. Tax breaks

• Foreign income is not taxed (for investors, retirees and remote workers).
• For qualified specialists in key areas, the fixed tax rate is 17%.

Categories and requirements

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LTR visa for wealthy foreigners

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If you have substantial savings and are ready to invest in Thailand, you can get an LTR visa under the “Wealthy Global Citizens” category.

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What do you need:

1. Assets from $1,000,000
2. Your property, bank accounts, securities can all count if you confirm value and ownership.
3. Investments in Thailand from $500,000
4. Suitable:
   

• Government bonds with a residual period of 5 years or more
• Investments in Thai companies (including venture funds and Private Equity Trust registered with the SEC)
• Residential or commercial property that meets the requirements of the visa program

What you need to apply for a visa

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Wealthy pensioners

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An LTR visa can be granted to foreign citizens who have reached the age of 50 and meet the following financial criteria:

• Annual income of at least $80,000 — at the time of applying for a visa, or
• Annual income of $40,000 or more, subject to additional investments in the Thai economy amounting to at least $250,000. Investments in government bonds, real estate or direct investments are considered suitable.

⚠️ It is important: Only passive sources of income are taken into account, such as pension payments, rents, dividends, royalties, interest income. Active forms of income (wages, entrepreneurship, etc.) are not taken into account in accordance with BOI requirements.

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What you need to apply for a visa

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Remote specialists and employees of international companies

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An LTR visa in this category is intended for foreigners who officially work remotely from Thailand for foreign companies.

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Financial criteria for the applicant:

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The candidate must prove a stable income under one of the following conditions:

• The average annual income over the past 2 years — from 80,000 US dollars;
• Average annual income from 40,000 to 80,000 US dollars, if one of the additional requirements is met:
  • a master's degree or higher;
  • ownership of registered intellectual property;
  • attracting Series A investments from $1 million (provided that the startup has completed the seed stage and entered the growth stage).
    

Employer requirements:

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The company where the applicant works must meet one of the following criteria:

• be public and traded on the official stock exchange;
• be a private company that has been operating for at least 3 years and showing total revenue from 50 million US dollars over the past 3 years;
• be a subsidiary whose parent company meets the above requirements.

An LTR visa under this category allows you to operate remotely legally while in Thailand for a long time.

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What you need to apply for a visa

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Highly qualified specialists

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The LTR visa in this category is intended for qualified foreigners engaged in strategically important sectors of the Thai economy. They can be employed:

• in Thai commercial organizations;
• in scientific and educational institutions and research institutes;
• in government departments and agencies in the Kingdom.
  

Financial conditions:

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The candidate must confirm income under one of the following schemes:

• Starting from $80,000 per year on average over the past two years;
• Starting from $40,000 per year for the same period — subject to availability:
  • master's degrees (or higher) in science or technology;
  • proven professional expertise relevant to the development of a particular industry in Thailand
    

📌 Note: for professionals working in government agencies, income requirements may not be relevant.

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Priority areas:

1. Automotive industry
2. Electronic technologies
3. High-level tourism
4. Agriculture, food industry and biotechnology
5. Logistics and transport systems
6. Robotization and production automation
7. Aviation and aerospace industry
8. Energy from biofuels and biochemical processes
9. Chemical and petrochemical industry
10. Digital sector
11. Healthcare and medical technology
12. Defense industry
13. Environmentally oriented economy (including waste management)
14. International Business Centers (IBC)

Additionally — specialists in the following fields are in demand:

• R&D in biotechnology, nanotechnology, digital solutions and new materials;
• Higher and professional education;
• Artificial intelligence and digital transformation;
• Financial and business analysis;
• Ecology, resource management and sustainable development;
• Innovation management and startup development;
• Legal support for alternative dispute resolution methods;
• Support for international trade and economic initiatives.

What you need to apply for a visa

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📌 Makro Rawai
A large supermarket with groceries, appliances and utensils. Convenient for future purchases

📌 Lotus's Rawai
‍A versatile supermarket with household goods

📌 7-Eleven
A convenient 24-hour convenience store located throughout Rawai, close to beaches, cafes and residential complexes

‍📌 Papaya Mini-Mart
A shop with Russian products

📌Daily Food
A shop with Russian products

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🥥 Markets 🍍

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📌 Saiyuan Night Market
A cozy local night market located along Saiyuan Street in Rawai District, Phuket. Here you can try Thai street food, buy fruits, drinks, desserts and cheap souvenirs in a relaxed atmosphere

📌 Rawai Seafood Market
‍A traditional fish market by the coast, where you can buy fresh seafood from local fishermen and immediately send it to nearby restaurants for cooking

📌 Rawai Monday & Thursday Market
One of Phuket's most authentic markets, open twice a week, on Mondays and Thursdays. It is located next to Wat Rawai and offers everything from fresh produce to street food to affordable clothing

📌Fruit & Vegetable by Bigmango
A small but popular fresh fruit and vegetable store in Rawai District, Phuket. Here you can find quality seasonal produce from local farmers and trusted suppliers

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😸Leisure and entertainment 🥳

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📌 Naiharn Gym
A modern fitness room with weight training areas, cardio, Muay Thai and personal training, located near Naiharn Beach in a quiet part of Rawai

📌 Sinbi Muay Thai
One of the most famous Muay Thai schools in southern Phuket. It is suitable for both beginners and professional fighters. Regular training in the morning and evening, gym accommodation

📌 Rawai Boxing Stadium
This is the main Muay Thai stadium in Rawai, where professional fights regularly take place in an authentic Thai atmosphere, with stands, a VIP area and evening shows twice a week

📌 Rawai Park (children's park with swimming pools)
‍A family entertainment complex with water slides, playgrounds, cafes and a shady area, ideal for families with children of all ages in the heart of Rawai

📌 Promthep Cape
‍The famous observation deck on the southern tip of Phuket with panoramic ocean views, palm trees, a lighthouse and some of the most beautiful sunsets on the island

📌 Black Rock Viewpoint
‍A secluded observation deck on a hilltop overlooking Naiharn, Kata and Karon beaches, where the jungle trail leads, one of the most photogenic places in southern Phuket

📌 Windmill viewpoint (windmill)
‍The picturesque observation deck between Naiharn and Yanui beaches with views of the wind turbine, bays and floating paragliders is a popular place for photos and watching the sunset

‍📌 Wat Naiharn
A quiet and atmospheric Buddhist temple located next to the picturesque Nai Harn Lake in southern Phuket. The place is popular with locals, pilgrims and tourists looking for peace, spiritual atmosphere and beautiful architecture

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👨 Pharmacies and hospitals 👩

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📌 Chalong Hospital
This is a modern medical facility located in Chalong District, Phuket, Thailand. The hospital provides outpatient and inpatient care to local residents and tourists

📌 SmileLab
‍A modern dental clinic where aesthetics, technology and comfort combine to create your perfect smile

📌 Saengchan phamacare
‍Drugstore
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📌 Phafan Pharmacy
‍Drugstore

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