Thailand Privilege Visa (formerly Thailand Elite).
The Thailand Privilege Card (formerly Thailand Elite) offers 5- to 20-year long-stay visas with airport services and concierge benefits. Ideal for long-term residents, retirees, and digital nomads who don't need a work permit.
What is the Thailand Privilege Card?
Thailand Privilege Card is a paid long-stay programme administered by Thailand Privilege Card Co. Ltd. It provides 5, 10, 15, or 20 years of multiple-entry visas with VIP airport services and a concierge network — and no visa runs.
It is the simplest residency option for those who do not need to work in Thailand: retirees, remote workers paid by foreign employers, long-stay travellers, and family members. It does not authorise work in a Thailand-based company — that requires a Non-B and work permit alongside.
Benefits that scale with your tier.
Airport services, redeemable points, and everyday living support, scaled by the tier you choose.
VIP airport services (EPA)
Exclusive Privilege Airport services at Suvarnabhumi and Phuket — fast-track immigration, a personal greeter, and limousine transfer (by tier), arranged in advance through the member centre.
Privilege Points
Annual points (Gold and above) redeemable for services such as 90-day report filing, spa, golf, health checks, and ground transport. Higher tiers earn more points each year.
Living support
Help with the things that slow newcomers down: bank-account opening guidance, driving-license assistance, stay extensions, and 90-day address reporting.
Multilingual member centre
A dedicated contact centre — English 24/7, with Mandarin, Japanese, and Korean support during daytime hours.
Membership tiers & fees
Five tiers, priced by length of stay and level of concierge benefits. Most clients choose by how long they plan to stay — the lifestyle perks are a bonus, not the deciding factor.
| Tier | Membership fee | Visa validity | Points / year | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | THB 650,000 | 5 years | — | Entry-level long stay |
| Gold | THB 900,000 | 5 years | 20 | 5-year stay with perks |
| PlatinumMOST POPULAR | THB 1,500,000 | 10 years | 35 | Long-term residents & families |
| Diamond | THB 2,500,000 | 15 years | 55 | Extended premium stay |
| Reserve | THB 5,000,000 | 20 years | 120 | Invitation only |
Khonsu is an authorized agent (GSSA) for the Thailand Privilege programme. The one-time membership fee is paid directly to Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. (a state-owned company); our assistance comes at no extra cost to you — authorized agents are compensated by Thailand Privilege, not by clients. Tiers, fees and points verified 5 June 2026 against the official programme site (thailandprivilege.co.th); the Bronze promotional tier is currently available until 30 September 2026. We confirm the current fee for your chosen tier with you before you commit.
Who the Privilege Card suits.
- Retirees who want a long stay without yearly income or bank-balance tests
- Remote workers & digital nomads paid by employers or clients outside Thailand
- Families wanting a stable multi-year base (each member applies individually)
- Investors & frequent visitors not ready to set up a Thai company yet
Good to know before you apply
- It does not grant the right to work for a Thai employer — that needs a Non-B visa and work permit
- Approval depends on passing a government background check
- The one-time membership fee is non-refundable once paid
- Members still file the 90-day address report, unlike the LTR visa's once-a-year report
How to become a member, step by step.
From choosing a tier to having the visa stamped, the process runs in four stages.
Tier consultation
We compare the tiers against your planned length of stay and budget, so you pay for the validity you need rather than perks you won't use.
Application & background check
As an authorized GSSA agent, we prepare and coordinate your application and passport documents with Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. for the government background screening that every applicant must clear.
Approval & fee
On clearance you receive the approval letter and pay the one-time membership fee to Thailand Privilege Card Co.
Visa issuance
The Privilege Entry visa is stamped at a Thai embassy, the airport, or an immigration office, depending on where you are.
Thailand Privilege gives time and convenience. It doesn't give the right to work.
Members still file the standard 90-day address report to Immigration (unlike the LTR visa, which reports once a year) — but with no border runs, and with the option to have your personal assistant file it for you. Khonsu is an authorized agent (GSSA) for Thailand Privilege: we handle the documentation, submit the application through the official channel, and coordinate the membership-fee payment to Thailand Privilege Card Co. Our assistance comes at no extra cost to you — authorized agents are compensated by Thailand Privilege, not by clients, so you pay the same membership fee whether you apply through us or on your own.
What we do
- Programme tier comparison (Bronze / Gold / Platinum / Diamond / Reserve)
- Application preparation and submission
- Background-check coordination
- Member registration and ID card issuance
- Visa stamping at the relevant embassy or at arrival
- Membership renewal and upgrade handling
- 90-day report reminders — or we file on your behalf
What you get
- Tier comparison before application — no overpaying for benefits you won't use
- End-to-end through application, approval, and visa stamping
- 90-day reporting tracked — or filed — on your behalf
How we work
Tier consultation
We compare the available membership tiers against your length-of-stay and budget.
Application
Documents collected, application submitted to Thailand Privilege Card.
Background check
Police-clearance and other checks coordinated with the programme.
Membership and visa
Approval issued; membership fee paid; visa stamped in your passport at the relevant point.
Ongoing
90-day report reminders (or we file for you); renewal and upgrade requests when relevant.
Speak with our team
Send a message — typical response within one hour during office hours.
WhatsApp +66 95 332 2447 Send an Enquiry Call +66 2 026 0600Frequently asked
Can I work on a Thailand Privilege Visa?
Not for a Thailand-based employer. You can do remote work paid by foreign sources. Working for a Thai employer requires a Non-B visa and work permit.
How long does Thailand Privilege approval take?
Typically 1–3 months from application to membership card. Background-check timing is the main variable.
What's included in higher tiers?
Longer visa duration, more airport services, golf and spa access, and additional concierge support. Most clients pick the tier matching their planned length of stay rather than the lifestyle perks.
Can I switch from a tourist visa to a Thailand Privilege Visa while in Thailand?
Visa stamping is normally done at a Thai embassy abroad, but in-country options exist for some tiers. We confirm the procedure based on your current visa status.
Do I still have to do 90-day reporting?
Yes. Privilege members don't need visa runs, but the 90-day address report to Immigration still applies (unlike the LTR visa, which reports once a year). Your personal assistant can file it for you — included or point-redeemable depending on your tier.
Reviewed by the Khonsu Legal team · 16 July 2026
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