What are the requirements and costs for obtaining Permanent Residency in Thailand, and is it better to apply directly or through a lawyer?

@Greg *******

yes 100 pct to me sounds similar but obviously some like myself have long term TE visas for residing here x

@Terary *********

I've seen prices in 80K to 100K range for paper pushers to get your documents together and they have NO better chance of your application being accepted than you do IF you go about it step by step and in a logical fashion in getting your documents together.

The actual application FEE is 7600 baht when you turn in your application.

If you're approved and single you pay 191K baht and change, and if you're married to a thai you pay 90K baht and change.. ..

years ago agents were the way to go because it was a "buy PR" sort of scheme but now it's pretty by the book and certainly NOT beyond the ability of someone who is motivated and takes their time compiling their documentation

Terary Apellido. How does an agent gain access to your work permit and tax details? Do you let them into your home and allow them access to all your documents? I'd have thought it's easier and more secure to do all this yourself?

@Stan ******

been down for 17 hours for maintenance or at least that’s the message

@Tod ********

, why , it doesnt look like he has 20 years left in him .