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What are the requirements for obtaining permanent residency in Thailand as a Brazilian expat married to a Thai national?

May 25, 2025
16 hours ago
Marcos **********
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My original nationality is Brazilian and I have been living and working in Thailand for 4 years with a valid Work Permit. I am also married to my Thai wife.

I can speak Thai well but I'm still learning to read and write.

I have already bought a house to live in.

I would like to know if I already meet all the requirements to obtain permanent residency in Thailand.

If possible, I would like advice from a specialist agent who could help me with all the documentation and a quote for the amounts to be paid.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
A Brazilian expat living in Thailand for 4 years with a valid work permit and married to a Thai national is inquiring about eligibility for permanent residency. Key requirements include holding a non-immigrant visa for three consecutive years, being married to a Thai citizen, and demonstrating financial stability through tax payments and documentation. The expat also seeks recommendations for a specialist agent to assist with documentation and costs.
Colin **********
You do meet some key requirements for Thai permanent residency, but not all:

You have a valid work permit and have been living and working in Thailand for 4 years, which meets the minimum 3 consecutive years holding a non-immigrant visa/work permit requirement.

You are married to a Thai national, which qualifies you under the family/humanity category.

You speak Thai well, which will help for the language test during the application interview.

However, additional requirements include:

You must have paid taxes regularly and show financial stability, often demonstrated by tax returns and salary slips.

You need to pass a Thai language speaking and listening test during the interview.

The application process is competitive with limited quotas annually.

You must prepare extensive documentation including passport copies, work permit, marriage certificate, financial statements, health certificate, and others.
Robert **********
Take a look at this website it has lots of information on the PR process & Citizenship

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Nigel *********
Theres a very good FB group that specialise in Thai Citizenship. Almost no trolls.

If youve been married to a Tai for 3 years, held the same visa and extension there of for 3 years, had the same wp with same employer and pay tax for 3 years youthen qualify to apply for Citizenship and skip PR.
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