Latest Updates:
- Rebranding of Thailand Elite to Thailand Privilege.
- New Thailand Privilege Visa Memberships.
- If you’re an Elite Easy Access member considering an upgrade, you can upgrade to either the Elite Superiority Extension or the Elite Ultimate Privilege. Make sure to initiate this change at least three months before your membership’s expiration date. Any application for an upgrade will not be entertained below the 3 months expiration of the membership.
- For the latest updates, you may check this page: https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand-visa/thailand-elite-visa-news-and-updates
Are you seeking a place to live long-term or retire that will only take little work on your part to obtain? Well if you are, you should consider Thailand. Did you know Thailand is ranked 20th place for a comfortable retirement and ranked 28th as the best country?
Thailand and its Thai Elite Visa
Thailand is renowned for its people, food, festivals, culture, and a host of many things. It is one of the best places to stay in Asia. The best way to experience Thailand and all its wonders is to enter Thailand on a Thai Elite Visa.
What is Thai Elite Visa? The Thai Elite Visa is a long-term visa with exclusive benefits and privileges given only to its holders. Depending on the package you choose, it permits residency for a term of 5 years, 10 years, 15 years, or even 20 years.
New Thai Elite Memberships and Fees
There are 4 totally different packages with different privileges you can have. These packages are:
Gold Membership
Validity: 5 years
Cost: 900,000 THB
Privilege Points: 20 points per annum
Benefits:
- Secure a 5-year Multiple-Entry Visa
- Enjoy a 1-year Permit to Stay per Entry in Thailand, extendable upon choice
- Avail unlimited access to the Premium Lane for swift immigration at airports
- Receive unlimited assistance from an Elite Personal Assistant (EPA)
- Undergo annual health checkups (once during membership validity)
Platinum Membership
Validity: 10 years
Cost: 1.5 million THB
Additional Member Cost: 1 million THB
Privilege Points: 35 points per annum
Benefits:
- Acquire a minimum of two 5-year renewable, multiple-entry visas
- Obtain a 1-year Permit to Stay per Entry in Thailand, with the option to extend
- Enjoy unrestricted access to the Premium Lane for immigration fast tracking
- Receive unlimited assistance from an Elite Personal Assistant (EPA)
- Undergo annual health checkups (once during membership validity)
Diamond Membership
Validity: 15 years
Cost: 2.5 million THB
Additional Member Cost: 1.5 million THB
Privilege Points: 55 points per annum
Benefits:
- Secure at least three 5-year renewable, multiple-entry visas
- Obtain a 1-year Permit to Stay per Entry in Thailand, extendable upon choice
- Enjoy unrestricted access to the Premium Lane for immigration fast tracking
- Receive unlimited assistance from an Elite Personal Assistant (EPA)
- Gain access to wealth advisory sessions and seminars
Reserve Membership
Validity: 20 years
Cost: 5 million THB
Privilege Points: 120 points per annum
Exclusive issuance via invitation only
Benefits:
- Entry into the prestigious Reserve Club
- Personalized concierge services
- Seasonal gifts
- Priority services
- Access to a dedicated, exclusive hotline
- And more!
Though there are differences when it comes to visa validities, fees, etc., there are also some similarities between all of the packages. These are:
Extraordinary VIP Services
- Airport Lounge
- Elite Personal Assistant
- Elite Personal Liaison
- Member Contact Centre (90-day report)
Extraordinary Privileges
- Government Concierges
- Banking Service
Extraordinary Benefits
- Special Discount
- Shopping Centre
Extraordinary Luxury
- Special Discount for Private Jet
- Special Discount for Yacht Charter
The Thai Elite Visa not only provides you with a visa for your travel document but also offers numerous perks as a member. Remember that these advantages will prove valuable during your extended stay in the country.
Pros of having a Thai Elite Visa
The Thai Elite Visa has the benefit of being long-term, making it ideal for people planning to live in Thailand for five to twenty years. There are no age restrictions, financial requirements, or health insurance prerequisites for the Thai Elite Visa, thus applying for one is simple. Your criminal history is essentially the only thing you need to be concerned about.
Also, unlike other visas where the application process is constrained, the Thai Elite Visa application process is flexible. Thai Elite Visas are extremely adaptable and can be obtained from anywhere, both inside and outside of Thailand.
Cons of having a Thai Elite Visa
While you have a Thai Elite Visa, you are not allowed to physically work for a company in Thailand. Nonetheless, you are still allowed to work online or run your own business. Some of the benefits of being a Thai Elite Visa holder are you can own a business or be a shareholder of the business.
How to Apply
It is really easy! As was mentioned earlier, there are not many requirements. All you need to do is to fill out the application form, provide a scanned copy of your passport, and a 2×2 passport photo. Then, wait for 1 to 2 months for the criminal background check. After the criminal background check is the payment. Easy, right?
