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Can expats get permanent residency (PR) in Thailand, and what is the eligibility process?
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May 18, 2024
2 years ago
Daniel ********
ORIGINAL POSTERHi Guys
May I know if expats can get PR in Thailand?
If yes, may I know the process and after how many years we become eligible?
May I know if expats can get PR in Thailand?
If yes, may I know the process and after how many years we become eligible?
TLDR : Answer Summary
Yes, expats can obtain permanent residency (PR) in Thailand. Generally, applicants must be employed in Thailand for a minimum duration—often five consecutive years on a valid work visa, while ensuring tax records are maintained. The process involves holding a work permit and earning a suitable income, typically in the range of 80,000 to 100,000 THB per month for at least three years prior to applying. The application process can take over two years for approval. It is advised to consult legal professionals for guidance and to refer to dedicated resources such as the Thai Citizenship website.
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Kornvara ************
You should be at least consecutive five years employed in Thailand with record of tax paid. Get the lawyer if you're seriously though.
Tony ********
@Kornvara ***********
my understanding is employment is not a prerequisit, it is that you have paid taxes and remained on the same visa type for the qualifying years. Being employed and being on a non b and paying tax at source with the yearly tax returns is the most common route, as people who arent employed may have failed to pay tax on remitted income in all the required years and therefore not qualify. Also i believe you cant work for 5 years, retire and then apply, as your visa type has changed, you need to apply while still in employment.Reply to
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George *************
What you are asking about is answered in detail here:
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Madz ******
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Chris ****
LTR is a straightforward starting point and work your way from there.
Chuck *********
Google "integrity legal" Bangkok. Benjamin Hart does videos including this subject. Very knowledgeable.
Melissa *********
@Chuck ********
he is awesome!!Reply to
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Dennis *********
you want to go to Peurto Rico? no need for thailand, can just fly there
Thomas *********
If you need a prostate check any urologist in Thailand will do it for you
Us *****
@Thomas ********
Jesus, you prostate exam joke is worst than my personal relationship joke.Thomas *********
@Us ****
that's not surprising because you can't even speak EnglishReply to
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Andrew ***********
@Thomas ********
what has that got to do with becoming a PR? hahaThomas *********
@Andrew **********
PR examinationAndrew ***********
@Thomas ********
I get that but he's talking about permanent residency haha not an examination of his prostrate hahaThomas *********
Andrew ***********
@Thomas ********
I give up!!Hi Guys
May I know if expats can get PR in Thailand?
If yes, may I know the process and after how many years we become eligible?
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Robert **********
Hi I have PR so it is possible take a look at this website and also it’s associated Facebok Thai citizenship group
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Us *****
PR as in Personal Relationship. What is PR?
Dave *****************************
@Us ****
i was thinking the same. Americans use abbreviations and nobody knows what the hell they are talking about 🙈Jonas ********
@Us ****
public relation... I wonder what people do with the time they save using this kind of abbreviation 🤔Andrew ***********
@Us ****
permanent residentReply to
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Jason ********
Talk with attorney not face book.
And if you can’t afford an attorney than PR isn’t for you.
And if you can’t afford an attorney than PR isn’t for you.
Alistair **********
You gotta have a work permit and an income of 80-100k+/mth for 3yrs before you can apply for PR. Application takes 2+ yrs for approval.
Brandon ************
You must be employed for multiple years inside of Thailand to qualify. There are entire Facebook groups dedicated to this topic as it's very complex. But even a Google search will give you some information. A lot better information than posting here.
Gary *****
@Brandon ***********
it’s complicated I’ve been married for 30 years ( Thai wife ) She is a British citizen Thailand for me Absolutely no chance
Daniel ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Brandon ***********
I tried searching but not finding correct answers.So i am posting, if someone can share from their experience actually
Doug *********
@Daniel *******
Hire a lawyer. It’s a difficult and expensive process. You cannot rely on any advice you get here.Michael *******
@Daniel *******
you won’t find anyone with PR experience on this site , totally different topic as Brendan has tried to articulate - you need to have worked here, and learned the language (Thai) for startersBrandon ************
@Daniel *******
just because you don't like the information you find doesn't mean it's not a correct answer. ************************************************************
Daniel ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Brandon ***********
looks like if one works for 3 years they have chances to get PR.Why i am asking is as per the laws and on Paper counties do claim once can secure pr.
Same thing happened with me in Singapore.
But in reality its almost impossible to get pr here in Singapore.
So before i make future plans, i wanted to know people's experience and ground reality.
Anyways thanks
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@Brandon ***********
it's nice you are helpful but there is no need to be patronizingBrandon ************
@Achanster *****
It's the only way to stay saneReply to
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Brandon ************
@Daniel *******
join one of the Facebook groups about Thai citizenship and residence. This group is about visas. Someone who has PR or citizenship doesn't need a visa and wouldn't be in this group.Reply to
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