emigranto
Menu
🏡

🇹🇭 Thailand

Permanent Residence Visa

Thailand permanent residence (PR) is limited to 100 applicants per nationality per year, with applications only accepted during November-December. Requirements include 3+ years on Non-Immigrant visa, work permit history, THB 80,000+ monthly income (employment category) or significant investment/family ties. PR holders can stay indefinitely, work without permit renewals, and apply for citizenship after 5 years. Processing takes 1-2 years. PR card must be carried at all times. Limited quota and complex process make Thailand PR challenging to obtain.

⏱️

Processing Time

1-2 years after application

💵

Cost

THB 7,600 application fee + THB 191,400 upon approval

📅

Duration

Permanent (with re-entry permit for travel)

💼

Work Rights

Full work rights without work permit renewal

✅

Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 13+ consecutive years on Non-Immigrant visa
  • 2Category-specific requirements (income, investment, or family)
  • 3Thai language proficiency (basic)
  • 4Clean criminal record
  • 5Tax payment history in Thailand

Have questions about permanent residence visa?

Quick Stats

Questions0
Path to PRYes
All visa types