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Thailand Elite Visa Guide 2026: Thailand Privilege Packages, Costs, Benefits and Application Process

Last updated 30 July, 2026

The Thailand Elite Visa is now officially called the Thailand Privilege Card. The program was renamed and its tiers restructured in October 2023, and it is operated by Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd., a state enterprise under Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports. Both names still lead to the same
product, so if you searched “Thailand Elite Visa,” this is it.

You pay a one-time membership fee and receive a multiple-entry Privilege Entry (PE) visa valid for a fixed term of 5 to 20 years, with permission to stay for up to one year per entry. If you remain in Thailand continuously for more than one year, you must apply for an annual extension of stay at a Thai Immigration Office and pay the THB 1,900 extension fee. This must be repeated each year that you remain in Thailand without leaving, until the visa expires. Fees currently start at THB 650,000 for the 5-year Bronze tier.

This guide covers what each tier costs per year, what the card does and does not give you, the Thai tax rules that apply to you regardless of visa type, and how the Privilege Card compares to the LTR Visa and the O-A retirement visa. We are Thailand Privilege’s authorized GSSA

Key Takeaways

1. The Thailand Elite Visa was renamed the Thailand Privilege Card in October 2023. Same program, restructured tiers and pricing.

2. There are 5 tiers: Bronze (THB 650,000 / 5 years), Gold (THB 900,000 / 5 years), Platinum (THB 1,500,000 / 10 years), Diamond (THB 2,500,000 / 15 years) and Reserve (THB 5,000,000 / 20 years, by invitation only).

3. Gold costs more per year than Platinum – THB 180,000 versus THB 150,000. Longer terms are not uniformly more expensive per year.

4. The card does not grant the right to work, any tax exemption, or any property rights beyond what any foreigner already has. The 90-day reporting obligation still applies; membership only means someone files it for you.

5. Staying 180 days or more in a calendar year makes you a Thai tax resident. Foreign income earned from 1 January 2024 onward and remitted to Thailand is assessable, whatever visa you hold.

6. If you are 50 or over and can document USD 80,000 a year in passive income, the LTR Visa is usually cheaper and carries a genuine foreign-income tax exemption. The Privilege Card’s real advantage is that it requires no income or asset documentation at all.

Detailed guides:

What is a Thailand Elite Visa?

The Thailand Elite Visa is a long-stay membership program that grants a multiple-entry Thai visa for a fixed term of 5 to 20 years in exchange for a one-time membership fee. Its official name since October 2023 is the Thailand Privilege Card. It is operated by Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd., a state
enterprise under the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, and has run since 2003.

The visa issued is a Privilege Entry (PE) visa. It permits a one-year length of stay per entry on a multiple-entry basis for the full membership term, so you neither leave the country every 90 days nor apply for a new visa each year. That removal of recurring administration is the program’s core operational value.

It is a long-stay visa, not a residency status and not a work authorization. Membership does not make you a permanent resident of Thailand and does not lead to permanent residence or citizenship.

Tier Total Fee (THB) Per Year (THB)
Bronze 650,000 (5 yrs) 130,000
Gold 900,000 (5 yrs) 180,000
Platinum 1,500,000 (10 yrs) 150,000
Diamond 2,500,000 (15 yrs) 166,667
Reserve 5,000,000 (20 yrs) 250,000

USD figures are approximate, converted at THB 33.8 = USD 1 as of 30 July 2026. Exchange rates move; confirm the THB figure, which is the amount actually payable.

Gold costs more per year than Platinum THB 180,000 against THB 150,000 because Gold’s 5-year term carries nearly the same fee structure as Bronze while Platinum spreads a larger fee across twice the years. If you are choosing on cost per year and intend to stay long-term, Platinum is the more efficient tier
of the two.

There is currently no application fee at any tier.

What are the benefits for Thailand Elite Visa holders?

The main benefits are a multiple-entry visa for the full membership term, assisted 90-day reporting, airport fast-track and VIP arrival services, a dedicated personal assistant, and a points allowance redeemable against travel, wellness and lifestyle services on all tiers above Bronze.

  • Multiple-entry visa: Unlimited entries and exits, with a one-year length of stay per entry. No border runs.
  • Assisted 90-day reporting:If you are staying in Bangkok, Thailand Privilege staff can submit the 90-day report on your behalf. In Phuket, Chiang Mai, and Pattaya, dedicated local agents are available to process the report for members.
  • Airport Services: VIP greeting and escort on arrival and departure, fast-track immigration lanes, and lounge access.
  • Personal assistant and government concierge: A named contact for visa-related administration and liaison with Thai government offices. This is an administrative service, not legal or tax advice. Banking and everyday setup: Membership documentation is accepted by Thai banks for account opening, and members can obtain a Thai driving license and buy a vehicle.
  • Special Travel Arrangements – Members can book special travel arrangements via private jet, yacht, or luxury rental car. (depending on the membership type)
  • Free Domestic Flights – Thailand Privilege Visa members can travel anywhere in Thailand (Diamond and Reserve Card membership types only)
  • Free Night Stay – Thailand Privilege Visa members can enjoy a free stay at leading hotel chains in Thailand.
  • Optional Health Insurance: Unlike the O-A retirement visa, the Privilege Card carries no mandatory health insurance requirement. This is a real and frequently overlooked advantage for applicants over 60 or with pre-existing conditions, who may find O-A-compliant cover expensive or unobtainable.
  • Multilingual 24/7 Customer Service: Member services in multiple languages, including
    Mandarin and Russian.

How much does the Thailand Elite Visa cost?

The Thailand Elite Visa costs between THB 650,000 and THB 5,000,000 as a one-time membership fee, depending on tier. Bronze is the lowest-cost entry at THB 650,000 for 5 years, which works out to THB 130,000 per year. Reserve is the highest at THB 5,000,000 for 20 years, or THB 250,000 per year, and is available by invitation only.  All fees are one-time and non-refundable, with no annual renewal charge.  Full price breakdown for every tier: Thailand Elite Visa Cost 2026 or use our packages comparison chart to help you compare each membership:

Bronze Membership (5 Year Visa)

bronze thailand privilege elite visa

Gold Membership (5 Year Visa)

Platinum Membership (10 Year Visa)

Diamond Membership (15 Year Visa)

Reserve Membership (20 Year Visa)

  • By invitation only and subject to Thailand Privilege Card Co. Ltd approval
  • Limited to 100 members per year
  • Exclusive benefits include free domestic flights via Bangkok Airways
  • The Reserve Club
  • Super car test drive
  • Birthday river cruise
  • Dedicated hotline
  • Click here to view Reserve Membership details

How do Thailand Privilege Points work?

Privilege Points are an annual allowance granted to Gold, Platinum, Diamond and Reserve members, redeemable against lifestyle and travel services. Gold receives 20 points a year, Platinum 35, Diamond 55 and Reserve 120. Bronze members receive no points.

Cost Redeemable Against
1 point
  • Airport transfer or lounge access
  • Complimentary hotel night or dining
  • Health, spa and wellness package
  • Hotel and fitness-chain access
  • Buy-one-get-one offer or up to 50% off dining
  • Buy-one-get-one movie tickets
2 points
  • Luxury car airport transfer
  • Dental and health check-up package
  • Golf
  • VIP sports tournament tickets
3+ points
  • Round-trip domestic flight via Bangkok Airways, available to Diamond and Reserve members only
  • Long-haul airport transfer
  • Private tours and activities
  • Health check and wellness package
  • World-class concert and event tickets

**Full redemption table and what each service costs in points: Thailand Privilege Points 2026 Guide

How To Apply For a Thailand Elite Visa?

The application has three stages and takes approximately 30 to 45 days from submission of a complete application to visa issuance. Applications can be submitted from anywhere; you do not need to be in Thailand.

1. Submit Application

Provide a copy of your passport and complete the application form through an authorized Thailand Privilege agent. Your agent files with Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd., which coordinates the background
check across Thai government agencies including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Immigration Bureau. Background clearance is the longest stage and must be completed within 1 month.

NOTE: If you want to pay using cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Cardano (ADA), Binance (BNB), and other cryptocurrencies, Thailand Elite Privilege Visas by Hawryluk Legal Advisors is the only accredited Thailand Privilege partner that accepts cryptocurrency payments. Chat now if you want a to use this payment option.

2. Membership Acceptance and payment

On approval you receive a welcome letter, your Elite Membership Number (EMN), and payment instructions. The membership fee is payable after approval, not before.

3. Affix your Visa
You can have the visa affixed at a Thai embassy or consulate in your home country, on arrival at Suvarnabhumi or Phuket International Airport, or if you are already in Thailand at the Immigration
Bureau in Bangkok, which your agent can arrange.

View the detailed application process by clicking here.

Hawryluk Legal Advisors is the only authorized Thailand Privilege partner accepting cryptocurrency payment, including BTC, ETH, ADA and BNB.

What documents do you need for a Thailand Elite Visa?

The standard document set is a passport valid for at least six months, a copy of its personal details page, a scanned copy of a valid secondary ID, a completed application form, and a completed Personal Data Policy Form. Family members applying alongside a Core Member also provide proof of relationship. Requirements vary by tier and individual circumstances.

Applicants with a previous Thai education visa (ED Visa) must submit additional supporting documents:

  • School establishment licence from the Ministry of Education (สช.2), the Office
    of Basic Education Commission (OBEC), or the Office of Private Education
    Commission (OPEC)
  • School registration (ร.2)
  • Student certification from the school
  • Academic record, grade reports and attendance record
  • Photographs of class activities, if available

For more information, visit our FAQ page or connect with us via our live chat

Who is eligible for the Thailand Elite Visa?

Eligibility is deliberately broad. You qualify if you: hold a valid foreign passport, , and have no record of overstay in Thailand.

  • hold a valid foreign passport
  • have no deportation record in any country
  • have no record of overstay in Thailand

There is no minimum age, no income requirement, no asset requirement and no health requirement.

The absence of financial qualification is the program’s defining feature. The LTR Visa requires documented passive income of USD 80,000 a year. The O-A retirement visa requires THB 800,000 in a Thai bank or THB 65,000 a month in verifiable pension income, plus a minimum age of 50 and mandatory health insurance. The Privilege Card requires none of these. For applicants who are asset-rich but hard to document on paper, under 50, or unable to satisfy an insurer, it is the only long-stay route with no qualification threshold at all.

What are the limitations of the Thailand Elite Visa?

The Thailand Privilege Card carries five material limitations. It confers no work rights. Employment requires a separate work permit under the Foreigners’ Working Management Emergency Decree B.E. 2560, and the Privilege Entry visa cannot be used as its basis.

It does not count toward permanent residence or citizenship; PR requires three consecutive years on a non-immigrant visa, which the PE category is not. Membership fees are non-refundable once paid and non-transferable between individuals, with the sole exception of the Reserve tier. It grants no property rights beyond those any foreigner already holds. And it provides no tax exemption — unlike the LTR visa, which does.

North Korean nationals remain ineligible under current program rules.

For more information or inquiries about the Thailand Elite Visa, contact us or open our live chatYou can also give us a call at +66 (0) 89 979 8466

Can you work in Thailand on a Thailand Elite Visa?

No. The Thailand Elite is a long-stay visa, not a work authorization, and it cannot be combined with a Thai work permit. Members are prohibited from holding a work permit, and applicants who already hold one do not qualify for membership.

Work in Thailand is governed by the Foreigners’ Working Management Emergency Decree B.E. 2560 (2017). The Decree defines “working” broadly as performing any occupation, whether or not there is an employer, and it does not distinguish between employers based in Thailand and employers based overseas.

**Remote work, enforcement in practice, and what you may do as a member: Can You Work in Thailand on a Privilege Elite Visa

Do Thailand Elite Visa holders pay Thai tax?

The Thailand Elite Visa confers no tax exemption of any kind. Your Thai tax position is determined by how long you spend in Thailand and what money you bring in, not by which visa you hold.

  • The 180-day rule. If you are present in Thailand for 180 days or more in a calendar year, you are a Thai tax resident for that year. This applies to Privilege Card members exactly as it applies to everyone else.
  • The 2024 change to foreign income. Under Revenue Departmental Instruction Por. 161/2566, issued September 2023 and effective 1 January 2024, foreign-sourced income earned by a Thai tax resident is assessable for Thai personal income tax when it is remitted to Thailand, in the year of remittance. This closed the long-used practice of deferring remittance to a later tax year to have the funds treated as capital rather than income.
  • Pre-2024 income is grandfathered. Departmental Instruction Por. 162/2566 confirms that income earned before 1 January 2024 is not caught by the new interpretation, and remains outside the charge even if remitted later.
  • Proposed relaxation — draft only, not in force. A royal decree has been drafted that would exempt foreign-sourced income remitted to Thailand in the same calendar year it is earned or in the immediately following year. As at 30 July 2026, this remains a draft and is not law. The legislative process is suspended following the dissolution of Parliament. Do not plan remittances on the assumption it will pass.
  • Rates. Thai personal income tax is progressive, from 0% on the first THB 150,000 of assessable income to 35% on income above THB 5,000,000.

**Full explanation of the remittance rule, double tax treaties and worked examples: Thailand Foreign Income Tax

Can you buy property in Thailand on a Thailand Elite Visa?

The Thailand Elite Visa grants no property rights beyond those available to any foreigner. Foreigners cannot own land in Thailand regardless of visa type, visa duration or membership tier. A higher tier does not unlock more of the property market.

What is available to any foreigner, member or not:

  • Condominium freehold – Foreigners may own condominium units outright, subject to a cap of 49% of the total unit space in any given building. If a building has reached its foreign quota, freehold is unavailable to you whatever visa you hold.
  • Leasehold on land and houses – Registered leases run to a maximum of 30 years. Renewal is common in practice but is not legally guaranteed against a future owner. This is the standard structure for villa occupation.
  • Ownership through a Thai company – Legally complex, carries substantive risk if the structure is not genuinely commercially operated, and entirely independent of your visa status.

Where membership does help is transactionally rather than legally members can open Thai bank accounts readily, which matters for transferring and evidencing purchase funds, and long-term visa security makes a long-term purchase easier to justify. Neither changes what you are permitted to buy.

If a property purchase is the reason you are considering the visa, be clear that the visa will not expand your options. We would rather tell you that now.

Can you add family members to a Thailand Elite Visa?

Thailand Privilege Card family members can be added to Platinum, Diamond and Reserve memberships only; Bronze and Gold are single-applicant tiers. “Immediate family” is defined by the programme as legitimate parents, step-parents, married spouse, children and civil-union partners.

The standard add-on fee is THB 1,000,000 per dependent for Platinum and THB 1,500,000 for Diamond. Each dependent receives the same visa term and privilege entitlements as the principal member, but privilege points are not duplicated.

Dependents must satisfy the same three eligibility criteria as the principal: valid foreign passport, no deportation record, no overstay history.

**Current promotional rates and deadlines: Add Family to Thailand Elite Visa

Thailand Elite Visa vs LTR Visa: which should you choose?

The LTR Visa is cheaper and carries a real tax exemption, but you have to qualify for it. The Elite Visa costs more and carries no tax benefit, but requires no income, asset, age or health documentation whatsoever. That is the whole trade, and which side of it you fall on is usually decided by whether you
can document USD 80,000 a year in passive income.

 

Criteria Thailand Privilege (Gold) LTR Visa (Wealthy Pensioner)
Term

5 years

  • 10 years
  • Initial 5-year term with a 5-year extension
Upfront Cost

THB 900,000 membership fee

Approximately THB 50,000 in government fees

Minimum Age

No minimum age

50 years old

Income Requirement

None

USD 80,000 per year in passive income

Work Rights

No work rights

  • No work rights under the Wealthy Pensioner category
  • Work rights are available under the WFTP and HSP categories
Foreign Income Tax Exemption

No

  • Yes
  • Provided under Royal Decree No. 743

This is where most comparisons, including some written by people selling the LTR, get imprecise. Under Royal Decree No. 743, LTR holders in the Wealthy Global Citizen, Wealthy Pensioner and Work-from-Thailand Professional categories are exempt from Thai personal income tax on foreign-sourced income remitted to Thailand. Highly Skilled Professionals do not receive that exemption; they get a flat 17% rate on qualifying Thai employment income instead of progressive rates up to 35%, and only after their employer obtains BOI endorsement.

For a retiree remitting a pension into Thailand and spending more than 180 days a year there, that exemption is worth real money every year, and the Privilege Card has no equivalent. If you qualify as a Wealthy Pensioner, you should look hard at the LTR before buying a membership from us. We would rather say that than sell you the wrong product.

When the Elite Visa is still the right answer?

  • You are under 50. – The Wealthy Pensioner category is closed to you entirely.
  • Your income is not passive. – Salary and freelance earnings do not count toward the LTR threshold, however large.

The Privilege Card’s advantage is not price and it is not tax. It is certainty and the absence of any qualification threshold. For a large share of applicants that is worth more than the fee difference. For a Wealthy Pensioner who qualifies comfortably, it is not.

**Full side-by-side comparison including the DTV: Thailand Elite Visa vs DTV vs LTR 2026

Thailand Privilege Card vs the O-A retirement visa

What does the O-A retirement visa cost?

The O-A retirement visa is far cheaper in fees,  roughly THB 1,900 a year in extension costs against THB 130,000 to 180,000 a year for a Privilege Card. On fees alone the O-A wins comfortably for anyone who qualifies. The case for the Privilege Card rests on capital lock-up, insurance, and renewal risk.

Who qualifies for the O-A visa?

  • Minimum age 50
  • THB 800,000 in a Thai bank account, or THB 65,000 a month in verifiable pension income, or a combination totaling THB 800,000 a year
  • For the deposit route, funds seasoned in the account for at least two months
    before filing
  • Mandatory health insurance meeting minimum cover of THB 40,000 outpatient and
    THB 400,000 inpatient
  • Passport with 18 months’ validity, police clearance and a medical certificate
  • Annual extension in person at immigration
  • 90-day address reporting, filed by you

3 costs the fee comparison leaves out:

  1. Capital lock-up – THB 800,000 held in a Thai account earns very little. The same capital held abroad at 4–5% would return roughly THB 32,000–40,000 a year. That forgone return is a real annual cost of the O-A that does not appear in the extension fee, and it narrows the gap without closing it.
  2. Insurance – O-A health cover is mandatory and must meet the minimum thresholds. Premiums rise steeply with age, and applicants with pre-existing conditions may be declined or heavily excluded. The Privilege Card has no insurance requirement at all. For an applicant in their late 60s, or anyone an insurer will not cover on compliant terms.
  3. Renewal risk – An O-A extension is an annual application, granted at the discretion of the immigration officer, and account history is examined. Moving funds in to meet the THB 800,000 threshold and withdrawing them afterwards is one of the most common reasons retirement extensions are refused at renewal. A Privilege Card term is fixed at the outset and is not re-approved annually.

Which one should you choose?

If you are over 50, can comfortably leave THB 800,000 in a Thai bank, can obtain compliant health insurance at a reasonable premium, and do not mind a half-day at immigration once a year, the O-A saves you a great
deal of money and you should take it. If you travel constantly, cannot or will not lock up the capital, cannot get insured on compliant terms, are under 50, or place a high value on never having your stay re-adjudicated, the Privilege Card is buying you something the O-A cannot.

Is the Thailand Elite Visa worth it in 2026?

The Thailand Privilege Card is worth the fee for applicants who cannot qualify for a cheaper alternative, or who place a high value on certainty and on never dealing with Thai immigration administration again. It is poor value for applicants who qualify comfortably for the LTR Visa or the O-A retirement visa
and do not mind the paperwork.

It is worth it if:

  1. You do not meet LTR income or asset thresholds, or you are under 50, and you want long-stay status with no financial qualification
  2. You cannot obtain compliant health insurance at an acceptable premium, which rules out the O-A and the LTR but not the Privilege Card
  3. You travel in and out of Thailand frequently and want unlimited re-entry with no annual renewal
  4. You will not or cannot lock THB 800,000 into a Thai bank account
  5. You are bringing family, and the per-person cost under the supplementary rate
    changes the arithmetic
  6. You value certainty highly.  A fixed term granted once, never re-adjudicated
    against your finances or your insurer’s decisions

It is not worth it if:

  1. You are 50 or over with USD 80,000 a year in documented passive income.  The LTR is cheaper and carries a genuine foreign-income exemption under Royal Decree No. 743
  2. You are 50 or over with accessible capital or a qualifying pension and are content with the O-A’s annual renewal
  3. You need to work in or from Thailand. The Privilege Card cannot give you that at any tier, and the LTR’s WFTP and HSP categories can.
  4. You are buying it expecting tax benefits or expanded property rights. It confers neither.
  5. You are spending 180 or more days a year in Thailand and have not yet taken Thai tax advice on your remittance pattern.

The Privilege Card is a government-operated commercial program, not a statutory residency right. It was restructured in October 2023, when tiers and pricing changed materially. Existing memberships were honored through that restructure and were not cancelled. Anyone committing THB 2,500,000 to a 15-year Diamond membership should understand they are relying on program continuity rather than on legislation, and price that accordingly.

 

Program Updates

  • As of August 12, 2026, the Bronze tier (THB 650,000 / 5 years) remains open to new applications until 30 September 2026, after which the entry-level price point becomes Gold at THB 900,000.  Full detail on the Bronze extension and what happens after 30 September: Bronze Membership Extended Until 30 September 2026
  • Add A Family Member to Thailand Privilege Card for Only THB 750,000 – For those holding or considering the Platinum, Diamond, or Reserve Thailand Privilege memberships, this promotion presents a unique opportunity to add family members at a significantly reduced rate. Whether you’re already a member or currently applying, this is a chance to extend the program’s lifestyle and residency benefits to your loved ones for just THB 750,000 per next member.  Offer ends on August 14,2026The standard family add-on fee is THB 1,000,000 per dependent for Platinum and THB 1,500,000 per dependent for Diamond.

  • Expanded Eligibility – Eligibility now extends to all nationalities except North Korea
  • Foreign income tax relaxation still draft. The proposed foreign-income tax relaxation remains draft legislation and has not been enacted as of this date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Thailand Privilege tier is cheapest per year?

Bronze, at THB 130,000 per year. Among the permanent tiers, Platinum is the most efficient at THB 150,000 per year. Gold costs more per year than Platinum.

Do Thailand Elite Visa holders pay tax in Thailand?

The card confers no tax exemption. If you spend 180 days or more in Thailand in a calendar year you are a Thai tax resident. Under Departmental Instruction Por. 161/2566, effective 1 January 2024, foreign-sourced income earned from that date and remitted to Thailand is assessable in the year of remittance. Income earned before 1 January 2024 is grandfathered under Por. 162/2566.

Does a Thailand Elite Visa let you buy land or property in Thailand?

It grants no additional property rights. Foreigners cannot own land in Thailand regardless of visa type. Condominium freehold is available up to the 49% foreign quota per building, and villas are typically held on 30-year registered leases.

Is the LTR Visa better than the Thailand Privilege Card?

If you qualify for it, usually yes on cost and tax. The LTR costs roughly THB 50,000 in government fees, runs 10 years, and exempts foreign-sourced income remitted to Thailand for Wealthy Global Citizen, Wealthy Pensioner and Work-from-Thailand Professional holders under Royal Decree No. 743. But it requires a minimum age of 50 for Wealthy Pensioners, USD 80,000 a year in documented passive income, health insurance, and continuing qualification.

Can I add my spouse and children to a Thailand Privilege Card?

Yes. Platinum, Diamond and Reserve memberships accept immediate family as dependents, each receiving their own Privilege Entry visa for the remainder of the Core Member’s term. Under a promotion ending 14 August 2026, additional family members can be added for THB 750,000 each.

The standard family add-on fee is THB 1,000,000 per dependent for Platinum and THB 1,500,000 per dependent for Diamond.

Is health insurance required for a Thailand Elite Visa?

No. Unlike the O-A retirement visa, which requires minimum cover of THB 40,000 outpatient and THB 400,000 inpatient, the Privilege Card has no health insurance requirement. This is a significant advantage for applicants over 60 or with pre-existing conditions.

What our application data shows

Hawryluk Legal Advisors has processed over 200 Thailand Privilege Card applications between October 2023 and August 2026 as an authorized GSSA.  90% were approved on first submission. The most common
cause of delay was extended background checks by Thai immigration followed by incomplete or blurry document submissions.

Tier distribution was 85% Bronze, 10% Gold, 2% Platinum, 2% Diamond, 1% Reserve.

** Figures cover all applications we submitted in the stated period.

About the authors

Cherry Ann Maneja has handled Thailand Privilege Card applicants for Hawryluk Legal Advisors since 2020. She manages applications from first enquiry through to visa issuance, and her working knowledge is operational rather than theoretical: which documents cause delays, how long background clearance actually takes across the four Thai government agencies, what applicants with a prior education visa are asked to produce, and the questions applicants ask most often before committing to a membership fee.

She has supported applications across all five membership tiers and advises in English. Where a question turns on Thai law or tax, she refers it to the firm’s legal team rather than answering it herself.

Jim Martija is Digital Marketing Specialist at Hawryluk Legal Advisors, where he researches and maintains the firm’s published guidance on Thai long-stay visas. He is responsible for keeping this guide current against program changes, verifying figures against primary sources including the Thai Revenue Department and the Board of Investment, and ensuring pricing, deadlines and eligibility
criteria reflect Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd.’s current terms.

He does not provide legal or tax advice. All statements of Thai law on this page are reviewed by the firm’s legal team before publication.

Reviewed by Michelle Hawryluk, Managing Partner, Hawryluk Legal Advisors. Hawryluk Legal Advisors has been an officially appointed agent of Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. since 2014, is a member of the Investment Migration Council, and received the Thailand Elite Visa Sales Award in 2024 alongside Thailand Elite Rising Star Awards in 2020 and 2021.

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