Question 1

What are the qualifications to be an Elite Member?

Accepted Answer

The applicant/the Member must have and maintain to have the following qualifications:

1) Being allowed to stay in Thailand in accordance with the immigration laws or any related law of Thailand;
2) Holding foreign passport;
3) Not having been sentenced by a judgment to imprisonment in any countries except for an offence committed through negligence;
4) Not having been adjudicated bankrupt; and
5) Not having been declared as a person of unsound mind, incompetence, or quasi incompetent.

Question 2

What are the complimentary services provided as part of the Thailand Elite residence visa?

Accepted Answer

The services range from expedited immigration, visa processing and airport transportation services to complimentary golf, spa treatments and annual hospital check-ups; as well as a host of shopping, hotel, resort and dining experiences. The exact nature and quantity of the complimentary services will depend on the program option chosen. This can include:

Golf/spa

Applicants/Members can enjoy free or discounted golf or spa treatments at participating golf courses and spa centers.

Reservation1-7 days*
Cancellation / Amendment1-7 days*
*Depending on the policy of each golf course
 

Airport services

Successful applicants will be welcomed by an Elite Personal Assistant (EPA) at designated Thai airports who will assist with all immigration formalities.

Arrival Reservation 5 hours prior to estimated time of arrival
Cancellation / Amendment4 hours prior to estimated time of arrival


Health-check Up

One annual health check-up is provided at participating private hospitals.

Reservation1 day
Cancellation / Amendment5 Hours


Transfer services

For all international flights, the applicant can make reservations with the Thailand Elite Contact Center for a short- and/or long-haul transfer service.

The short-haul distance : up to 80 kilometers from the airport.

The long-haul distance : up to 275 kilometers from the airport.

Reservation24 hours prior to pick-up time
Cancellation / Amendment12 hours prior to pick-up time

Question 3

What are the costs involved in obtaining the Thailand Elite residence visa?

Accepted Answer

The application fees range from a non-refundable payment :

For 5-year validity : THB 500,000 (inclusive of VAT)
For 10-year validity : THB 1,000,000 (inclusive of VAT)
For 20-year validity : THB 2,000,000 (exclusive of VAT)

Question 4

What documents are required to apply for the Thailand Elite residence visa?

Accepted Answer

Firstly, the applicant must fill in and sign an application form and provide the following supporting documents :

Copy of each applicant’s passport biodata page, signed by the applicant*
Copy of birth certificate**
Copy of marriage certificate**
Passport-size photo or digital photo not exceeding 2 MB***
* The passport must have a minimum validity of six months and three blank pages
** This is only required for family applications to prove the relationship to the main applicant

*** Photo requirement : one inch (3cm x 4cm) in size; neutral color background; no-teeth smile; straight, facing the camera; no sunglasses; proper attire

All documents must be translated into English where applicable and such translations must be notarized.

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