Thailand long-term residence visa conditions

Thailand long-term residence visa conditions are as follows:

1. Work visa: applicable to foreigners working in Thailand. Applicants need to have a job invitation from a Thai company, and the company needs to apply for a work permit for them. Work visas usually last for the same period as the employment contract, up to one year, and can be renewed thereafter.

2. Student visa: Applicable to international students studying in Thailand. Applicants need to be admitted to an educational institution in Thailand and enroll in at least one course. Student visas are usually valid for one year and can be renewed.

3. Pension visa: Applicable to foreigners over 50 years old. They need to have a deposit of at least 800,000 baht in a Thai bank and have a stable source of income. Pension visas are usually valid for one year and can be renewed indefinitely.

4. Investment visa: Applicable to foreigners who make commercial investments in Thailand. Applicants need to invest at least 3 million baht in Thailand, and the investment must be a limited company or a listed company in Thailand. Investment visas are usually valid for one year and can be renewed.

5. Elite visa: Applicable to highly skilled professionals, scholars, artists and other elite talents. Applicants need to prove that they have outstanding achievements in their professional fields and can bring benefits to Thailand. Elite visas are usually valid for one year and can be renewed.

Characteristics of Thailand

1. Geographical diversity: Thailand has diverse terrain, from tropical beaches in the south to mountainous areas in the north, to plains in the center. Thailand has rich natural landscapes. As the capital, Bangkok is a modern city that combines traditional and modern elements.

2. Tropical climate: Thailand has a tropical monsoon climate, which is warm and humid throughout the year and is divided into hot season, rainy season and cool season. This climate provides excellent conditions for Thailand's agriculture and tourism.

3. Buddhist culture: Thailand is a Buddhist country, and Buddhism has a profound impact on Thai culture and social life. Splendid temples can be seen everywhere in Thailand, such as the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha in Bangkok, and Doi Suthep Temple in Chiang Mai.

4. Food paradise: Thailand is famous for its food. Thai cuisine is loved by food lovers around the world for its unique taste and rich flavor. Thailand is also very famous for its street food, such as Pad Thai, green papaya salad, fried spring rolls, etc.

5. Ethnic diversity: Thailand is a multi-ethnic country with multiple ethnic groups, including Thai, Chinese, Malay, Khmer, etc. These different ethnic cultures enrich Thailand's cultural diversity.