On 7/20/2025 at 9:02 PM, frankstraube said:

I sent them everything in the initial application : proof of passive income, bank statements, tax returns 2023 and 2024. Every file had a front page explaining what was in the file, i made everything as simple as possible.
I don't think it could have been approved after only two days. But as everything was there and simple to understand, the screener may have thought i would be approved and asked for health insurance to have a complete application package to give to his manager.
The insurance start date was the day i sent it, as i did not know the processing time.

I am still waiting in review...   

I wonder if they will pass me as my 2023 income was a standard income year (and very large due to some stock sales due to a company buyout or ours but it counted as income), but 2024 met the passive category 😉      They did ask 1099r as a follow-up for 2024.      The instructions online during the application was surprising - asking for the last 2 years as the PDF I had read (see below) only indicated the past year.  Wonder if I am rejected I can appeal 🙂

 

(Required-docs-Wealthy-Pensioners-30-06-2025.pdf)

Official personal income tax return as filed to state authorities such as completion form of P.N.D. 90/91, BIR60, Form 1040, Form W-2, SA100, T1 General etc. showing income of no less than 80,000 USD per year in the past year or at the time of application.

The way the Thai handlers harass decent foreigners during the process,  despite submitting all the documents and keep on making up new requirements...one does really not wish to carry on this visa type, that is ultimately a big flop.

 

The retirees are better off to try other nore welcoming countries in Asia, or even places like sunny Malta, Spain, Portugal, and many more that are more welcoming to foreigners, lower costs of living compared to many areas now in Thailand. 

Today I received email:

Your qualifications for LTR visa have been endorsed by relevant government agencies.

And the BOI website says "Qualification Approved".   (Wealthy Pensioners)

 

The email is quite lengthy and a bit confusing on next steps mostly focused on visiting an Thai location.

 

The link to the BOI website shows I have to complete more process there and indicate an Embassy in the USA (NYC for me) to finish the process.

I thought that this could be completed electronically?

Please select the place to collect the LTR Visa stamp. For dependants, the visa issuance place must be the same place as the main LTR applicant.

 

But later in the email it states:

For e-Visa

Please submit the following documents via www.thaievisa.go.th Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document Declaration Photograph *taken within the last six months. If the photograph does not reflect your current appearance, you may be refused to enter the Kingdom of Thailand the Notification of qualification endorsement for Long-Term Resident Visa Other documents as required E-visa will be issued and be notified via email and your e-Visa account

Do I create an account there (Thaievisa) and complete the process?     I do not yet have any type of letter, etc for #4 (above)  except the email (and I guess what is a confirmation number from the BOI website).  I wonder if that is all that is needed for the process on the that website?

 

Thanks!

 

 

 

23 hours ago, Middle Aged Grouch said:

The way the Thai handlers harass decent foreigners during the process,  despite submitting all the documents and keep on making up new requirements...one does really not wish to carry on this visa type, that is ultimately a big flop.

Well, on your way then. I found the application procedure rather effortless -- and BoI responded to my few questions, rapidly and professionally. My only initial concern was the requirement to go to Bangkok, from CM, to get the visa stamp. How wrong I was. The one hour flight is a breeze; used limos for all my subsequent transportation; stayed in a five star hotel; and ate five star meals I've yet to find in CM. Then, the meeting with BoI was such a change from the hassle at CM Immigration -- where BoI hand led you through the process, using their priority in the neighboring Immigration to expedite matters. The whole thing was a welcomed, and unexpected, vacation. Looking forward to the five year renewal process. 

 

So sorry some folks don't have their ducks in line. Do a thorough assessment of what's required -- and that you meet those requirements -- before initiating the process. If you fall short -- you probably won't get much sympathy on this thread -- at least from those who have qualified. 

1 minute ago, JimGant said:

Well, on your way then. I found the application procedure rather effortless -- and BoI responded to my few questions, rapidly and professionally. My only initial concern was the requirement to go to Bangkok, from CM, to get the visa stamp. How wrong I was. The one hour flight is a breeze; used limos for all my subsequent transportation; stayed in a five star hotel; and ate five star meals I've yet to find in CM. Then, the meeting with BoI was such a change from the hassle at CM Immigration -- where BoI hand led you through the process, using their priority in the neighboring Immigration to expedite matters. The whole thing was a welcomed, and unexpected, vacation. Looking forward to the five year renewal process. 

 

So sorry some folks don't have their ducks in line. Do a thorough assessment of what's required -- and that you meet those requirements -- before initiating the process. If you fall short -- you probably won't get much sympathy on this thread -- at least from those who have qualified. 

Yes, sure. 

 

Well discuss it next year at the first anniversary date of deliverance of the LTR as you have to re qualify each year to meet the criteria, despite the validity of 5 years.

 

But I'm sure you know much better then the others who have perhaps more spending power then your lordship but gave up by anticipation of the hassles hovering around this scheme. LTR Scheme,  that by the way is a flop and does not meet the goals in the expectation of the numbers from potential qualified applicants. But if it works for you, all the bettter. 

32 minutes ago, Dezmo said:

Today I received email:

Your qualifications for LTR visa have been endorsed by relevant government agencies.

And the BOI website says "Qualification Approved".   (Wealthy Pensioners)

 

The email is quite lengthy and a bit confusing on next steps mostly focused on visiting an Thai location.

 

The link to the BOI website shows I have to complete more process there and indicate an Embassy in the USA (NYC for me) to finish the process.

I thought that this could be completed electronically?

Please select the place to collect the LTR Visa stamp. For dependants, the visa issuance place must be the same place as the main LTR applicant.

 

But later in the email it states:

For e-Visa

Please submit the following documents via www.thaievisa.go.th Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document Declaration Photograph *taken within the last six months. If the photograph does not reflect your current appearance, you may be refused to enter the Kingdom of Thailand the Notification of qualification endorsement for Long-Term Resident Visa Other documents as required E-visa will be issued and be notified via email and your e-Visa account

Do I create an account there (Thaievisa) and complete the process?     I do not yet have any type of letter, etc for #4 (above)  except the email (and I guess what is a confirmation number from the BOI website).  I wonder if that is all that is needed for the process on the that website?

 

Thanks!

 

 

 

 

If you are doing the LTR e-visa like I did, you will need to create an account at the Thai e-visa website.  Just follow the steps for the e-visa application for the LTR.  This should be pretty easy and self-explanatory process.  You should have a copy of your BOI letter of endorsement that you can download from the BOI account profile.  Once you've uploaded the documents, you will then be prompted to pay the LTR fees.  Once you have done that the approval process will take a little over a week.  You will be notified by email that you have been approved.  You can then access your e-visa account, download and print your LTR e-visa.

9 minutes ago, 1tent42 said:

 

If you are doing the LTR e-visa like I did, you will need to create an account at the Thai e-visa website.  Just follow the steps for the e-visa application for the LTR.  This should be pretty easy and self-explanatory process.  You should have a copy of your BOI letter of endorsement that you can download from the BOI account profile.  Once you've uploaded the documents, you will then be prompted to pay the LTR fees.  Once you have done that the approval process will take a little over a week.  You will be notified by email that you have been approved.  You can then access your e-visa account, download and print your LTR e-visa.

Thanks,

I do not see any letter to download on the BOI site. When I login it says: 

Qualifications Approved

LTR Visa application number LTRWP25080010 has been approved.

Please upload the remaining documents and update additional information in order to proceed with the visa issuance

 

And a button to Upload more documents that goes to a page that lets me choose an Overseas Consulate (it auto fills NYC for me) or Thai location.  Then later on the form it requires TM6 (latest travel information, etc.).    Maybe I just ignore this and use the Evisa website (but I do need that letter)..??

I did also email BOI to ask..

 

34 minutes ago, Dezmo said:

Thanks,

I do not see any letter to download on the BOI site. When I login it says: 

Qualifications Approved

LTR Visa application number LTRWP25080010 has been approved.

Please upload the remaining documents and update additional information in order to proceed with the visa issuance

 

And a button to Upload more documents that goes to a page that lets me choose an Overseas Consulate (it auto fills NYC for me) or Thai location.  Then later on the form it requires TM6 (latest travel information, etc.).    Maybe I just ignore this and use the Evisa website (but I do need that letter)..??

I did also email BOI to ask..

 

It appears that you are at step 5 of the process.  You can check where you're at in LTR application timeline in your BOI account.  Click on the check status tab and it should direct you to the next step in the process.  Once it is complete the status will show complete in the Check Status tab and you will have the option to print the BOI LTR endorsement letter.

1 hour ago, Dezmo said:

Today I received email:

Your qualifications for LTR visa have been endorsed by relevant government agencies.

And the BOI website says "Qualification Approved".   (Wealthy Pensioners)

 

The email is quite lengthy and a bit confusing on next steps mostly focused on visiting an Thai location.

 

The link to the BOI website shows I have to complete more process there and indicate an Embassy in the USA (NYC for me) to finish the process.

I thought that this could be completed electronically?

Please select the place to collect the LTR Visa stamp. For dependants, the visa issuance place must be the same place as the main LTR applicant.

 

But later in the email it states:

For e-Visa

Please submit the following documents via www.thaievisa.go.th Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document Declaration Photograph *taken within the last six months. If the photograph does not reflect your current appearance, you may be refused to enter the Kingdom of Thailand the Notification of qualification endorsement for Long-Term Resident Visa Other documents as required E-visa will be issued and be notified via email and your e-Visa account

Do I create an account there (Thaievisa) and complete the process?     I do not yet have any type of letter, etc for #4 (above)  except the email (and I guess what is a confirmation number from the BOI website).  I wonder if that is all that is needed for the process on the that website?

 

Thanks!

 

 

 

 

Congrats.

 

You are given  two choices to complete the process...that is, the actual payment of the fee and issue of the visa 

 

1.  Have it issued at the BOI immigration in Bangkok...you physically go to the BOI immigration to pay the fee and have the visa stamped into your passport.

 

2.  Apply thru/have it issued via use of the evisa system which is what you will need to use if you can not physically go to BOI immigration to complete the process.   One of the docs--the key doc--submitted during the evisa application is the BOI Endorsement Letter which you just got.

 

You would have chosen one of the two choices during your initial LTR application process  When the BOI "endorsed" the LTR visa you should have been offered one more chance to choose (change) how/where you want to have the visa actually issued...choose either to have it issued at BOI immigration in  Bangkok where you will then also be offered an appt date/time to choose from,  or have it issued through the evisa system where you complete the evisa application process.   So, choose wisely as to where/how you want to take the final step of paying for the visa and actually having it issued.  Congrats again.

 

 

 

 

27 minutes ago, 1tent42 said:

It appears that you are at step 5 of the process.  You can check where you're at in LTR application timeline in your BOI account.  Click on the check status tab and it should direct you to the next step in the process.  Once it is complete the status will show complete in the Check Status tab and you will have the option to print the BOI LTR endorsement letter.

 

I see this and when I click the 3 vertical dots i see a "Preapprove" link.

 

 

When I click "PreApprove" it goes to a LTR screen that shows my information pre-completed (above this) and: 

 

 

Then below that is has a screen for the TM6, etc.

 

Latest travel information into Thailand

 

And below this it lists all the documents I uploaded.

 

I do not recall in the initial process it asking where I may get the Visa but would have selected EVisa if I saw it 🙂

 

I wonder if I selected something in error... hoping maybe they will reply via email and change it so I can use the eVisa system.

 

 

31 minutes ago, Pib said:

 

Congrats.

 

You are given  two choices to complete the process...that is, the actual payment of the fee and issue of the visa 

 

1.  Have it issued at the BOI immigration in Bangkok...you physically go to the BOI immigration to pay the fee and have the visa stamped into your passport.

 

2.  Apply thru/have it issued via use of the evisa system which is what you will need to use if you can not physically go to BOI immigration to complete the process.   One of the docs--the key doc--submitted during the evisa application is the BOI Endorsement Letter which you just got.

 

You would have chosen one of the two choices during your initial LTR application process  When the BOI "endorsed" the LTR visa you should have been offered one more chance to choose (change) how/where you want to have the visa actually issued...choose either to have it issued at BOI immigration in  Bangkok where you will then also be offered an appt date/time to choose from,  or have it issued through the evisa system where you complete the evisa application process.   So, choose wisely as to where/how you want to take the final step of paying for the visa and actually having it issued.  Congrats again.

 

 

 

 

 

Still looking for that letter - no attachment to the email or on the BOI website. Maybe I missed the eVisa selection during the process.

 

Ugh I may not be in Thailand until mid-November.. so may miss the 60 day window 😞

 

To get yourself ready for LTR visa issuance. Please read the information and strictly follow the steps below.

1. UPDATE INFORMATION AND UPLOAD ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS IN THE LTR SYSTEM

Please be aware that the result for your LTR Qualification Approval will expire within 60 days of the date you have received the confirmation email.

2 hours ago, Middle Aged Grouch said:

Well discuss it next year at the first anniversary date of deliverance of the LTR as you have to re qualify each year to meet the criteria, despite the validity of 5 years.

 

Where did you get the impression you have to requalify each year!!???   

 

The only thing you have to do each year "if not leaving Thailand" is to do a 1 year address report (i.e., like a 90 day address report but only required once a year for LTR visa holders).   But if a person is exiting Thailand at least once each year (i.e., traveling ) and renters later there is no annual address report required.  

 

Now since the LTR Visa is issued in two increments of 5 year(i.e., two 5 year permitted to stay stamps)  there is a confirmation of qualification process at the 5 year point of the 10 year LTR visa in order to get the 2nd 5 year permitted to stay stamp....but there is no fee.   

 

Although no current LTR visa holder will reach the 5 year point until late 2027 no one really knows what BOI will require to confirm a person maintained LTR requirements.  Will they require the same data/docs as submitted for to qualify for an LTR visa....docs going back 1 or 2 years--I expect that will be the minimum.  Or they may require more years...no one really knows as BOI has not published anything official.

 

All they have ever stated officially since day one of the LTR visa is you must maintain visa conditions and requirements "during the length of the visa" which is standard policy of any type of visa be it a 1 year visa Non-O type visa, a 10 year LTR visa, etc.   It's not like you meet the conditions/requirements when applying but once getting approved you can cancel your health insurance, drop below income/investment requirements, etc., if you want to maintain the current visa and also get approved for the next visa increment.  Pretty much standard Thai immigration policy for any type of visa.

 

 

https://ltr.boi.go.th/#what

 

NOTE FOR ALL VISA TYPES: Every condition and requirement must be maintained during the length of the visa, including investment amounts, employment status, bank account balances, and insurance coverage.

 

11 minutes ago, Dezmo said:

 

I see this and when I click the 3 vertical dots i see a "Preapprove" link.

 

 

When I click "PreApprove" it goes to a LTR screen that shows my information pre-completed (above this) and: 

 

 

Then below that is has a screen for the TM6, etc.

 

Latest travel information into Thailand

 

And below this it lists all the documents I uploaded.

 

I do not recall in the initial process it asking where I may get the Visa but would have selected EVisa if I saw it 🙂

 

I wonder if I selected something in error... hoping maybe they will reply via email and change it so I can use the eVisa system.

 

 

 

12 minutes ago, Dezmo said:

 

I see this and when I click the 3 vertical dots i see a "Preapprove" link.

 

 

When I click "PreApprove" it goes to a LTR screen that shows my information pre-completed (above this) and: 

 

 

Then below that is has a screen for the TM6, etc.

 

Latest travel information into Thailand

 

And below this it lists all the documents I uploaded.

 

I do not recall in the initial process it asking where I may get the Visa but would have selected EVisa if I saw it 🙂

 

I wonder if I selected something in error... hoping maybe they will reply via email and change it so I can use the eVisa system.

 

 

 

You sure the screen you show does not allow you to "select" where/how you want to have the visa issued?  That is, is asking you where/how you want to compete the process.  If selecting another choice (I.e., issue at Bangkok) as a test just be sure not hit the Submit/Continue key to lock in that choice.  Only lock in once you are sure where/how you want to complete the process.  But it sure sound like you want to use the evisa system.

 

 And then the additional BOI instructions are telling you what docs you need to upload like maybe your passport again even if nothing has changed since you initially uploaded it.   The final, final step does sound a little redundant but BOI wants to make sure they have your absolute latest passport info in case you did any traveling since you initially applied/initially uploaded your passport....that's what "immigration" wants to see---the latest and greatest.

 

Sorry I can't remember exactly how the final steps went with the issue of my LTR visa back in late 2022....those detailed brain cells have been archived....killed off by beer.    But once I got the notice BOI was going to endorse the visa I was instructed to update my passport again, provide latest entry card (if having one), etc.   And I can't remember if I got the formal signed endorsement letter before or after I uploaded the docs BOI asked for in their notification you just got.  Maybe you get the letterhead/signed endorsement letter after you complete the final steps BOI is asking you to do right now.  

 

 

22 minutes ago, Pib said:

 

 

You sure the screen you show does not allow you to "select" where/how you want to have the visa issued?  That is, is asking you where/how you want to compete the process.  If selecting another choice (I.e., issue at Bangkok) as a test just be sure not hit the Submit/Continue key to lock in that choice.  Only lock in once you are sure where/how you want to complete the process.  But it sure sound like you want to use the evisa system.

 

 And then the additional BOI instructions are telling you what docs you need to upload like maybe your passport again even if nothing has changed since you initially uploaded it.   The final, final step does sound a little redundant but BOI wants to make sure they have your absolute latest passport info in case you did any traveling since you initially applied/initially uploaded your passport....that's what "immigration" wants to see---the latest and greatest.

 

Sorry I can't remember exactly how the final steps went with the issue of my LTR visa back in late 2022....those detailed brain cells have been archived....killed off by beer.    But once I got the notice BOI was going to endorse the visa I was instructed to update my passport again, provide latest entry card (if having one), etc.   And I can't remember if I got the formal signed endorsement letter before or after I uploaded the docs BOI asked for in their notification you just got.  Maybe you get the letterhead/signed endorsement letter after you complete the final steps BOI is asking you to do right now.  

 

 

 

Thanks.. I do appreciate the recall as it has been some time for many here 🙂

 

If I choose Thailand button there is a list to select the type of Visa I am on now.. (but that does not apply).  And nothign refers to eVisa.

 

I do not see the eVisa option 😞

 

Hopefully BOI will reply and maybe "fix" it so I can use the eVisa system.

 

It seems they are fine with all the docs i uploaded.. I do not see any request for more on Step 4.

 

The last part of the email (which is very lengthy) says this:

(But  there is no  obvious selection for me for eVisa.. unless i go to that website, create an account... but I do not have #4 below except the email...unless maybe they mean the unique Application number ?)

For e-Visa

Please submit the following documents via www.thaievisa.go.th Biodata page of Passport or Travel Document Declaration Photograph *taken within the last six months. If the photograph does not reflect your current appearance, you may be refused to enter the Kingdom of Thailand the Notification of qualification endorsement for Long-Term Resident Visa Other documents as required E-visa will be issued and be notified via email and your e-Visa account

 

Later in the email it does say:

1. E-Visa is available only in some Embassies/Consulates. To check if it's available in your area of residency, please go to www.thaievisa.go.th . Moreover applicant must apply for e-Visa via a specific Embassy/Consulate conforming with his/her consular jurisdiction and residency. The applicant is required to upload documents that can verify his/her current residency.

 

So do wonder if I create an account there and proceed... but wonder if they know I am qualified by BOI by my application number.... or ???

 

Collection at an overseas embassy (like NY) means using the evisa system.  You don't actually go to a Thai embassy anymore to get a visa; instead,  you use the evisa system and once the visa is approved they since you approval by email---that email is your visa so to speak. 

 

And maybe the official BOI endorsement letter is not issued/available for your printout in your LTR online account until you choose where you want to have the visa issued....that is, by an Thai embassy like NY, LA, etc., (depends on your home country address) OR you want to come to Thailand to have it issued.

 

Like when I go to my LTR online acct and click the "Check Status" menu I get below....it shows a "Print" icon....and when I click that icon I then get a choice to print out two different docs...two different titles.    However, they have different titles they are actually the same doc but one is in English and one is in Thai.   Maybe because you haven't finished the final step of choosing how/where you want the visa issued you are not being offered the Print icon.

 

Things could have surely changed a little since my LTR was issued in late 2022....just take your time...read the BOI instructions closely...and ask BOI for clarification when unsure of the next step...how to take that step.  

 

 

 

 

14 minutes ago, Pib said:

Collection at an overseas embassy (like NY) means using the evisa system.  You don't actually go to a Thai embassy anymore to get a visa; instead,  you use the evisa system and once the visa is approved they since you approval by email---that email is your visa so to speak. 

 

And maybe the official BOI endorsement letter is not issued/available for your printout in your LTR online account until you choose where you want to have the visa issued....that is, by an Thai embassy like NY, LA, etc., (depends on your home country address) OR you want to come to Thailand to have it issued.

 

Like when I go to my LTR online acct and click the "Check Status" menu I get below....it shows a "Print" icon....and when I click that icon I then get a choice to print out two different docs...two different titles.    However, they have different titles they are actually the same doc but one is in English and one is in Thai.   Maybe because you haven't finished the final step of choosing how/where you want the visa issued you are not being offered the Print icon.

 

Things could have surely changed a little since my LTR was issued in late 2022....just take your time...read the BOI instructions closely...and ask BOI for clarification when unsure of the next step...how to take that step.  

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, You would hope in 2025 there no need to physically  go to an Embassy 🙂

I will wait a few days for BOI to reply before I select NYC 🙂

Hope you are correct 🙂

 

I'll pay a visit to the regional TRD in October. I assume the regional TRD will have someone handy who is knowledgeable about the LTR visa and the Royal Decree. Will report.

9 hours ago, Dezmo said:

 

Thanks, You would hope in 2025 there no need to physically  go to an Embassy 🙂

I will wait a few days for BOI to reply before I select NYC 🙂

Hope you are correct 🙂

 

If I recall correctly you have to click on the embassy option to apply for the e-visa. Then after you complete that, it will generate the LTR endorsement letter and your status option will indicate complete and you can download the letter. Then you move on to the e-visa application. 
 

Wait for the BOI to respond to confirm. But I don’t remember anything being complicated when I did it. 

It's not a good idea to let Thailand know about high net worth income or assets if you don't have to. The question is there for a reason, not curiosity.

1 hour ago, 1tent42 said:

If I recall correctly you have to click on the embassy option to apply for the e-visa. Then after you complete that, it will generate the LTR endorsement letter and your status option will indicate complete and you can download the letter. Then you move on to the e-visa application. 
 

Wait for the BOI to respond to confirm. But I don’t remember anything being complicated when I did it. 

Thanks... I can wait a few days.   Someone on the FB Thai Visa group said the same as you also.

19 hours ago, Middle Aged Grouch said:

...as you have to re qualify each year to meet the criteria, despite the validity of 5 years.

 

Rubbish. Why spout such nonesense on a thread dedicated to accuracy and information. Grouch by name grouch by nature. 

18 hours ago, Pib said:

NOTE FOR ALL VISA TYPES: Every condition and requirement must be maintained during the length of the visa, including investment amounts, employment status, bank account balances, and insurance coverage.

I was told this by my lawyer also just in case. Keep insurance and ensure you can show passive income for every year. He was guessing, but sounds right now I see it in print. A little annoying as I personally wanted to shift to longer term growth investments strategies, but I have to keep and ensure I have coupons and and distributions enough for each calender year now to show them.

5 minutes ago, gravity101 said:

A little annoying as I personally wanted to shift to longer term growth investments strategies, but I have to keep and ensure I have coupons and and distributions enough for each calender year now to show them.

I think showing realized capital gains should be as good.

2 hours ago, gravity101 said:

I was told this by my lawyer also just in case. Keep insurance and ensure you can show passive income for every year. He was guessing, but sounds right now I see it in print. A little annoying as I personally wanted to shift to longer term growth investments strategies, but I have to keep and ensure I have coupons and and distributions enough for each calender year now to show them.

 

Where you say "shift to longer term growth investments strategies" all "cap gains" from such investment strategies is considered unearned/passive income which meets the Wealthy Pensioner income requirements.   You are still receiving these distributions (i.e., realized cap gains) which you might be having sent to your bank account OR you might being reinvesting right back into the same investment---either way is OK....either way it's still passive/unearning income which meets the Wealthy Pension income requirements.

 

Now simply a big investment amount....like in stocks, mutual funds, etc., that "on paper" are worth a lot these are not worth anything for Wealthy Pensioner purposes in BOI eyes until you sell some of the investment or have cap gain/dividend automatically reinvested.  An investment that could could crash tomorrow in a stock market crash OR you never withdraw.....it's just a stock investment "on paper"  until some transaction occurs that results in some kind of distribution like actually selling some of the stock investment, having gains automatically reinvested into the stock, etc.,  

 

 

https://ltr.boi.go.th/index.html#type

 

2 hours ago, Pib said:

Now simply a big investment amount....like in stocks, mutual funds, etc., that "on paper" are worth a lot these are not worth anything for Wealthy Pensioner purposes in BOI eyes until you sell some of the investment or have cap gain/dividend automatically reinvested.  An investment that could could crash tomorrow in a stock market crash OR you never withdraw.....it's just a stock investment "on paper"  until some transaction occurs that results in some kind of distribution like actually selling some of the stock investment, having gains automatically reinvested into the stock, etc.,  

The Thai "logic" and its limits: Cap gains/dividend/interest/pension/passive income (re)invested do not protect from any crash thereafter, hence you could show each year the required income but money could have since vanished.

 

Anyway, it's not because you had some income in the past years that you still have it or will necessarily spend it in Thailand.

That`s going to make providing the accounts more difficult - most accounts / brokers provide an annual statement giving details of all income received . easy to show that as proof to BOI . Capital gains could be more tricky to account for .

I am thinking about applying for an LTR Visa. How safe is it to invest in Thai Government bonds?

4 hours ago, Eddie45 said:

I am thinking about applying for an LTR Visa. How safe is it to invest in Thai Government bonds?

Not safe if you predict Thailand will go bankrupt in a near future. Yield is low.

On 8/29/2025 at 8:24 PM, 1tent42 said:

If I recall correctly you have to click on the embassy option to apply for the e-visa. Then after you complete that, it will generate the LTR endorsement letter and your status option will indicate complete and you can download the letter. Then you move on to the e-visa application. 
 

Wait for the BOI to respond to confirm. But I don’t remember anything being complicated when I did it. 

 

BOI emailed me:

You have not completed the process on our website yet. If you choose to collect the visa oversea or Thai e-visa website, you will have to update the information within our website first in order to reach the complete status and obtain the letter of qualification endorsement to use on Thai e-visa website.

 

So I chose the default NYC Consulate and now it says (Check Status): 

Document Review for Visa / WP Issuance

 

So assume in a day or so the letter will show up so I can complete the process on the eVisa site 🙂

8 hours ago, Dezmo said:

 

BOI emailed me:

You have not completed the process on our website yet. If you choose to collect the visa oversea or Thai e-visa website, you will have to update the information within our website first in order to reach the complete status and obtain the letter of qualification endorsement to use on Thai e-visa website.

 

So I chose the default NYC Consulate and now it says (Check Status): 

Document Review for Visa / WP Issuance

 

So assume in a day or so the letter will show up so I can complete the process on the eVisa site 🙂

 

Now they emailed me and asked me to email them back my Passport pages.   I had uploaded the same during the application but maybe this is a different department with no access to it.  ?

 

 Kindly, send us for the all-passport pages in the form of double-page spread, Fingers must not appear on the photocopy, no cut off the photo. (merge into single PDF file) to this email.

Kind regards,
LTR Visa Unit