Thailand Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa for Indians
Last verified: August 31, 2026
Quick facts
- Processing time
- 4–12 weeks
- Government fee
- about $1,540
- Start preparing
- about 5 months before your move
- Steps in the plan
- 7
- Need an apostille
- None
- Need a translation
- None
- Job offer
- Not required
“Start preparing” covers gathering documents, the 4–12 weeks decision wait and two weeks of slack. Add apostille and translation costs to the government fee.
Overview
Ten-year visa in four categories: Wealthy Global Citizen (USD 1M+ assets — the income test was abolished in 2025), Wealthy Pensioner (50+, passive income), Work-from-Thailand Professional (USD 80,000/yr over the past 2 years with a qualifying foreign employer), and Highly-Skilled Professional (targeted industries, 17% flat tax). Includes a digital work permit and annual — not 90-day — reporting. Fee THB 50,000.
This page covers Indians. For every nationality we track, see the Thailand Long-Term Resident Visa (LTR) overview.
Requirements for Indians
| Minimum annual income | $80,000/year |
| Minimum savings | No requirement |
| Job offer required | No |
| Degree required | Yes |
| Family can join | Yes |
| Path to permanent residency | No |
Processing time & costs
Typical processing takes 4–12 weeks after applying. The government fee is approximately $1,540. Difficulty: 3/5.
Documents you'll need
- Pick your LTR categoryFour categories: Wealthy Global Citizen, Wealthy Pensioner, Work-from-Thailand, Highly-Skilled Professional.
- Compile category evidenceWFT: 2 years of income proof; WGC: audited asset evidence; WP: pension statements.
- Health insurance or depositAt least USD 50,000 insurance cover in Thailand, or a THB 500,000 deposit alternative.
- Apply on the BOI LTR portalFree online BOI endorsement review, typically about 20 business days.
- Endorsement letter & visa issuanceTHB 50,000 fee for a 10-year (5+5) visa, collected at the Thai embassy in India or at immigration.
- Digital work permit (WFT/HSP)Issued through BOI at THB 3,000 per year for WFT and HSP holders.
- Annual reporting instead of 90-dayLTR holders report once a year and get fast-track airport lanes.
The full ordered checklist — with timing, dependencies, apostille and translation flags, and personalized due dates — is part of the paid plan.
Not moving yet?
The Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa takes about 5 months from first document to moving day. Tell us when you plan to move and we’ll email you once, on the day you should start.
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Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
- How long does the Thailand Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa take for Indians?
- Typical processing time is 4–12 weeks after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.
- What does the Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa cost?
- The government fee is approximately $1,540. Additional costs (translations, apostilles, insurance) vary by case.
- Do Indians need a job offer for the Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa?
- No. The Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa does not require a job offer from a Thailand employer.
- Can I bring my family on the Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa?
- Yes — this visa allows accompanying family members, with additional documentation.
- What is the income requirement for the Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa for Indians?
- The minimum income is about $80,000 a year, roughly $6,667 a month, expressed in US dollars. The official threshold is set in local currency and moves with exchange rates, so confirm the current figure with the official source.
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Always confirm requirements with the official government source. This guide is general information, not legal advice.