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LTR Visa Fee Changes 2025 — Thailand Immigration Update

Thailand updates Long-Term Resident visa fees and processing times. New fee structure aims to streamline applications while maintaining quality standards.

By Thailand Expat Services 2 min read
Last reviewed: September 21, 2025

Key Changes

The Board of Investment and Immigration Bureau have announced updates to the Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa fee structure, effective October 1, 2025.

New Fee Structure

  • Application Fee: 50,000 THB (unchanged)
  • Processing Fee: 10,000 THB (reduced from 15,000 THB)
  • Document Verification: 5,000 THB (new fee)
  • Total: 65,000 THB vs previous 65,000 THB

While the total remains the same, the fee breakdown provides more transparency in processing costs.

Processing Time Improvements

  • Standard Processing: Reduced from 60 to 45 business days
  • Premium Service: New option at 15,000 THB extra for 20-day processing
  • Document Requirements: Simplified apostille requirements for some countries

Category Updates

Wealthy Global Citizens

  • Investment Threshold: Remains at $1 million USD
  • New: Alternative crypto portfolio valuation accepted
  • Bond Requirements: Reduced from 500,000 to 250,000 THB

Work-from-Thailand Professionals

  • Income Requirement: $80,000 annual (unchanged)
  • New: Accepts remote work contracts under 1 year
  • Documentation: Simplified employer verification process

Highly-Skilled Professionals

  • New Fields: AI/Machine Learning and Renewable Energy added
  • Education: Masters degree requirement relaxed for certain tech roles
  • Experience: Minimum reduced from 10 to 7 years for specialized fields

Why This Matters

The LTR visa offers significant advantages:

  • 10-year validity with multiple entry
  • Work permit not required for approved activities
  • Fast-track immigration lanes at airports
  • Tax benefits available under certain conditions

Next Steps

If you're considering LTR application:

  1. Review Categories - Determine which category fits your profile
  2. Prepare Documents - Start gathering required paperwork early
  3. Consider Premium Processing - Factor in the new fast-track option
  4. Professional Assistance - Complex applications benefit from expert guidance

Contact us for personalized LTR visa assessment and application support.