Thailand is a popular destination for travelers, but many people also dream of making it their long-term home. Indeed, one question many have after a wonderful holiday is, “How can I stay here long term?” Fortunately, there are several visa options that allow foreigners to… Read More

The LTR (Long-Term Resident) visa has been designed by the Board Of Investment (BOI) to attract high-potential foreign nationals to relocate to Thailand. The idea behind the scheme is to stimulate the economy with overseas investment and bring some much-needed post-pandemic cash to the Kingdom.… Read More

The SMART Visa is a Board Of Investment (BOI) initiative to boost Thailand’s economy through innovation. The aim is to attract highly qualified individuals in specific areas of industry, to help the country grow through new talent and technology. In this post, we’ll take at… Read More

Whether or not you need a visa for Thailand depends on how long you intend to stay, and what you intend to do there: work, retire, volunteer, etc. But what about children, do they require a visa to enter Thailand for a holiday or stay… Read More

A residence certificate provides proof of your permanent or semi-permanent address in Thailand. There are a number of reasons you might need one, such as when buying a car or motorbike or when applying for a driver’s license. Some banks may require one to open… Read More

The majority of foreign nationals are able to enter Thailand on a visa exemption stamp. This means that you get a stamp at the immigration desk that allows you to stay for 30 days. Please note that until the end of March 2023 you will… Read More

The O-A visa is issued to those over 50 years old and provides a long-stay option in Thailand. It’s often referred to as a “retirement visa”. This visa is applied for in your home country, at a local Thai embassy or consulate. The application can… Read More

If you want to study in Thailand you will need an education visa, officially known as a Non-Immigrant O Visa (ED). This visa applies to those studying at university, learning Thai at a language centre, training to become a Buddhist monk, interning at a company,… Read More