Thailand updates long-term resident visa program to attract global talent and investment 

Thailand has made significant changes to its Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa program, offering more opportunities for skilled workers, investors, and affluent foreigners.

These updates reach to position Thailand as a global hub for talent and investment while contributing to its post-pandemic economic recovery.

The revised program offers 10-year residency, tax benefits, digital work permits, and greater flexibility for dependents, with the goal of attracting skilled professionals, retirees, and foreign investors to Thailand.

The new changes are fashioned to promote the appeal of the LTR visa; a visa initially introduced in 2022.

Key changes to the LTR visa program 

One of the most important changes to the LTR visa is the removal of the minimum income requirement for applicants under the “Wealthy Global Citizens” category. TravelBiz cites that previously, applicants had to meet a specific income threshold. The updated rules now focus on applicants’ overall wealth and investments in…