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What resources are available for learning about the visa process for relocating to Thailand?

Visa Options Long-Term Relocation Thailand U.S. Passport Retirement Visa LTR Visa DTV Visa Immigration Expat Life

Jul 13, 2025

22 days ago

Mika *******

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Hello! Is there somewhere I can begin or a document I can read with beginner knowledge? I am thinking of relocating to Thailand in the upcoming year but have no idea where to begin especially regarding the Visa process. I am 40 years old, I have a U.S passport and I would like to relocate long term.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The poster is considering relocating to Thailand long-term and seeks information on the visa process as a 40-year-old U.S. passport holder. Various community comments suggest the poster explore specific visa types such as the LTR visa and retirement options, while also advocating for resources like the Thai eVisa site and local expat articles for further information. The conversation highlights the need to assess personal circumstances before making decisions related to visa applications.

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20 days ago

Francois ********

From Thai embassy

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20 days ago

Mark ******

How much time have you spent in Thailand?? How much money do you have as work will not be easy

20 days ago

Mika *******

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A simple yes or no or some info would suffice. This group is here for a reason and is titled "Thailand Visa Advice" for a reason which is why everyone doesn't resort to Google. We ask here because ppl are well versed and experienced and Google doesn't necessarily give you that. So, again, if you don't have an answer, its super easy to scroll. But thank you to those who have answered!

20 days ago

Ralph *******

By relocating do you mean you intend to stay long term? If so, it’s quite tricky.

If you are over 50 then you can look at one of the retirement visa options. However, they don’t allow you to work.

If you are under 50 then there’s the LTR visa. This costs around $1500.

Otherwise there are elite visas which start at around $20,000.

All visas have qualification requirements.

21 days ago

Mika *******

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@Ralph ******

this was great info, thank you! I am planning on long term and I am 40 so this was very helpful, thank you!

20 days ago

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Mika *******

Max *************

You need to tell how old you are and if you are retired. If not, a DTV might be the solution.

21 days ago

Mika *******

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@Max ************

Perfect, thank you!

20 days ago

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Mika *******

Stuart ***********

I would begin by deciding if Thailand is actually the place you want to spend your retirement. Understanding the visa process/requirements is a bit pointless until you have made your decision. Suffice to say you can get a visa to retire in Thailand easily and it's not expensive. I would make a list of potential countries and list everything that is important to you, then compare.

21 days ago

Mika *******

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@Stuart **********

Yes! I've visited Thailand several times and it is #1 on my list after extensive comparisons. I was just trying to understand a little more about the Visa process. Thanks so much!

20 days ago

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Mika *******

David *******

Google!

21 days ago

Mark ********

How much time have you spent in Thailand?

21 days ago

Mika *******

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@Mark *******