What's New in Thailand's Elite Visa Program

What's New in Thailand's Elite Visa Program

The Thailand Elite Visa is suitable for those who want to explore Thailand on their own terms. This long-term tourist visa is provided by the Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd., a Thai government-owned corporation, and can be obtained by becoming a Thailand Privilege member. In addition to this simple visa, a Thailand Privilege membership provides you with an unparalleled array of personalized advantages unavailable anywhere else. 

The Thailand Privilege Membership Tiers Thailand Privilege membership comes in four different tiers:

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Thailand Privilege Gold Membership

Membership cost (per applicant): 900,000 THB

Membership term: 5 years

Privilege points (per year): 20 points

Thailand Privilege Platinum Membership

Membership cost (primary applicant): 1,500,000 THB

Membership cost (per additional applicant): 1,000,000 THB

Membership term: 10 years

Privilege points (per year): 35 points

Thailand Privilege Diamond Membership

Membership cost (primary applicant): 2,500,000 THB

Membership cost (per additional applicant): 1,500,000 THB

Membership term: 15 years

Privilege points (per year): 55 points

Thailand Privilege Reserve Membership 

Membership cost (primary applicant): 5,000,000 THB

Membership cost (per additional applicant): 2,000,000 THB

Membership term: 20+ years

Privilege points (per year): 120 points

BENEFITS OF HOLDING A THAILAND ELITE VISA

As a member of Thailand Privilege, you not only have an easy way to stay long-term in Thailand but you’re also entitled to numerous perks. These include, but are not limited to:

5-year multiple-entry visas that can be renewed depending on membership tier

No required re-entry permits when flying into and out of the country

Membership is upgradeable to higher tiers

No age, financial, income, employment, or education requirements 

Cumulative stay in Thailand for up to 1 year per arrival

No annual or renewal fees

Smooth and swift application process

Access to premium lanes upon arrival for fast-tracked immigration clearance

Enrollment into the Thailand Privilege points feature

Opportunity to include Thailand Privilege for family members on Platinum, Diamond, and Reserve tiers at a discount

Flexibility over what privileges to choose through the points redemption scheme

Complimentary access to Elite Personal Assistant (EPA) services on arrival

Annual health checks at leading Thai hospital chains once per membership validity

Personal Accident Insurance during the first membership year

Special discounts at top-of-the-line restaurants and shopping malls

Access to the new Thailand Privilege lounge at Chaengwattana Immigration Office in Bangkok

24/7 Member Contact Center for general assistance and reservation booking

Unique incentives to leverage, ranging from buy-1-get-1-free promotional events to birthday gifts to having your very own personal shopping assistant

This list is by no means exhaustive, as there is a vast selection of perks to choose from under the privilege points feature, empowering you to customize the benefits you receive instead of being locked into a standard offering. Whether it’s a free hotel stay, a dental care package, support from a wealth advisor, or one of the dozens of other available rewards, you have complete freedom to choose your benefits regardless of your membership package. 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR A THAILAND ELITE VISA

For a stress-free application journey without delays or setbacks, you’ll have to meet the eligibility requirements for the membership. These consist of: 

A valid foreign passport with at least 12 months validity remaining on it

Must be of sound mind (not legally declared otherwise)

Must not have committed any serious criminal offense

Must not have been declared bankrupt  

Must not have a record of any major overstays or have any pending penalty payments

Must not currently hold or previously held a volunteer visa

Your passport must not originate from the following UN-sanctioned territories:

Africa: Central Africa, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Guinea, Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria, Sao Tome, and Principe, Sierra Leone, Somalia, and Sudan

Middle East: Algeria, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Libya, Palestine, Syria, and Yemen

Asia: Afghanistan, North Korea, and Pakistan

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR A THAILAND ELITE VISA

The following documents will be needed for the Thailand Elite Visa application:

Membership Application Form (for your desired membership)

Membership Application Fee Payment Form 

PDPA Form

Photocopy of the passport’s biopage (in color, with the passport signature on display)*

Photocopy of your latest visa (if applying inside Thailand)

Passport-sized photograph (in color, taken against a white background)**

Any supplementary documentation (if applicable)***

You will also need to pay an application fee of 50,000 THB before your application can proceed to the background assessment stage. If successful, the application fee you paid will be deducted from the total membership fee. 

*NOTE: The passport signature must be visible on the document. If not, then a photocopy of the page with the signature must be provided alongside. 

**NOTE: The photograph has to also be sized appropriately. You can always request your GSSA to take the photo for you so its dimensions are correct.

***NOTE: 

If you’re a current or past ED Visa holder, you must send in an Education Visa Holder Acknowledgement Form along with all the relevant documents (as detailed on the form) from your educational institution. 

If you’re adding family members to your membership, you will also need to provide their passport copy and recent photograph along with a completed membership application form (for additional members).

HOW TO APPLY FOR A THAILAND ELITE VISA

When you’re ready to apply for a Thailand Privilege membership and obtain your Thailand Elite Visa, you should consult a reputable, Thailand Privilege Visa General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA). GSSAs are authorized by the Thai government as knowledgeable consultants to guide you through your Thailand Privilege application, ensuring you can acquire your membership and visa in the most efficient way possible. Most importantly, GSSAs offer their services for free. 

GSSAs are responsible for providing the following services:

Hosting consultation meetings with you 

Responding to all questions and concerns regarding the Thailand Privilege program

Providing you with an overview of the available membership packages

Sharing with you an application checklist with all the requirements listed

Conducting a thorough review of your application to eliminate errors

Submitting your application and communicating with the government on your behalf

Reach out to a trusted GSSA the moment you are ready to apply. They will inform you of what you need, and once you’ve gathered all the required documents, you should meet with them so that they can check for mistakes that might cause a delay or outright rejection of the application. 

Once your application is deemed ready, the GSSA will submit it for you, and it will undergo a background check. If this is a success, you will receive an acceptance letter and payment instructions, and you’ll have 30 days to pay your membership fee. After you’ve paid it, you will be issued a membership ID and welcome letter and will then be able to schedule an appointment to acquire your new Thailand Elite Visa. Since GSSAs are professionals, it’s advisable to apply for a Thailand Elite Visa through them as their support eases stress and facilitates the application process, enabling you to receive your visa quicker and more securely. 

CONTACT A THAILAND ELITE VISA AGENT TODAY

If you’re ready to live your best Thailand life with a Thailand Privilege membership, contact Siam Legal to get started. 

With 20 years of expertise and a high success rate for helping clients acquire visas of any kind, the Siam Legal team can provide the necessary guidance to ensure you get your Thai Elite Visa quickly and without hassle. Our dedicated assistance minimizes the risk of rejection and lets you transition into Thailand with ease. 

We will start by hosting an introductory consultation session with you to discuss whether a Thailand Elite Visa is the right route for you to take, providing you with detailed insights into the membership options, and what your next steps are. We will also review your application beforehand to ensure everything is ready before submission. Once your application is in, our team will share with you login details for the Thailand Privilege portal the moment we’ve submitted it, so you can check and monitor your application status in your own time. 

From the minute you call us for you၊r initial consultation to the point where you get your new Visa, Siam Legal will be there with you every step of the way.