Thailand Privilege Program

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What Is the Thailand Privilege Card?

The Thailand Privilege Card is a premium membership program for long-term and permanent resident visas, managed by Thailand Privilege Card Company Limited (TPC), a state-owned enterprise wholly owned by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). The program offers foreigners the convenience of entering and staying in Thailand for periods of 5 to 20 years, along with a wide range of privileges and special services.

Membership Tiers & Costs

The program offers several membership tiers—each with distinct validity periods, annual “Privilege Points,” and corresponding fees:

BRONZE: 5 years validity at THB 650,000, No Privilege Points, Membership can’t be transferred, Upgradeable. (Limited-time offer until Dec 31,2025.)

GOLD: 5 years validity at THB 900,000  with 100 Privilege Points, Get 20 Points per year, Membership can’t be transferred, Upgradeable.

PLATINUM: 10 years validity at THB 1.5 million with 350 Privilege Points, Get 35 Points per year, Membership can’t be transferred, Upgradeable,   500,000 THB per additional family member.

DIAMOND: 15 years validity at THB 2.5 million with 825 Privilege Points, Get 55 Points per year, Membership can’t be transferred, Upgradeable, 500,000 THB per additional family member.  

RESERVE (By Invitation Only) : 20 years validity by invitation, fee THB 5 million, with 2,400 Privilege Points, Get 120 Points per year, Membership can be transferred, Non-Upgradeable, 500,000 THB per additional family member.  

REMARK : 1. THAILAND PRIVILEGE MEMBERSHIP FEE MUST BE TRANSFERRED

                   INTO THAILAND PRIVILEGE CARD CO.,LTD. ONLY.

               2. TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY.

If you are interested in applying for the Thailand Privilege program, please complete the initial registration so that an officer can contact you.

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Program Highlights & Benefits

All membership tiers grant:

  1. Thailand Long Team VISA

Thailand Elite Visa for 5 / 10 / 15 / 20++ years.

Privilege Entry Visa (PE) is categorized as a Tourist Visa, which does not allow the holder to legally apply for a work permit to work and study in Thailand.

Privilege Entry Visa (PE) can only be used with the nationality that the applicants used to apply (only 1 nationality).

Hence, members are not allowed to change or switch nationality during their membership period.

2.  Airport VIP Services

  • VIP Greetings and Assistance.
  • Fast Track Immigration.
  • Airport Lounge Access.
  • Airport Transfer.

3.  Lifestyle Services

  • Stay
  • Complimentary Membership from Leading Hotel Chains.
  • Free Complimentary Night.
  • Special Privileges from Hotels and Real Estate Partners Nationwide.

  3.2    Travel

  • Free Domestic Ticket.
  • Special Deals from Airlines, River Cruise.
  • Limousine and Car Rental.

 3.3    Leisure

  • Lifestyle Privileges and Discounts from Lifestyle Partners.
    • Exclusive Offers, Lounge Access, Personal Shopper at Leading Shopping Centers.
    • VIP / On-Demand Entertainment and Concert Tickets.
    • VIP Movie Tickets at Leading Cinemas.
    • Co-Working Space.

3.4     Health & Well-Being

  • Complimentary Spa, Health and Wellness Packages.
  • Complimentary Health Check-up.
  • Access to Fitness Clubs.

3.5     Wealth

  • Wealth and Investment Advisor.
  • Networking and Seminar.

Application Process & Timeline

APPLICATION PROCESS

  1. Submit Application & Documents*

       Required Documents

  • Application Form, Consent Form, PDPA Form.
  • A passport size photo with a white background.
  • A color photocopy of passport. (minimum 1-year validity)

Recommendations: Your passport should be valid for 5 years and requires at least 3 blank visa pages in your current passport.

  • A copy of arrived stamp or permit of stay. (If any)
  • Proof of relationship: If applying as a family, you must provide proof of relationship, such as a marriage certificate or birth certificate.
  1. Application process & Timeline
  2. Submit required documents, receive approval within 1-3 months, make the payment, and the membership will be activated within 1 week, after which the visa can be obtained at designated locations.
  3. Payment Options
  4. Payment can be made via overseas or local bank transfers, or through Visa, MasterCard, Alipay, UnionPay and Thai QR Payment.

Qualifications

Thailand Elite requirements:
The applicant/member must have, maintain, the following qualifications:

  • No visa overstays records in Thailand. 
  • Be allowed to stay in Thailand in accordance with the immigration laws or any related law of Thailand.
  • Hold a foreign passport from an accepted country. 
  • Not have been declared a person of unsound mind, incompetence, or quasi-incompetence.
  • Not have been sentenced by a judgment of imprisonment in any countries. (except for an offense committed through negligence)
  • Eligible countries. (citizen from an eligible country, non-sanctioned countries*)
  • Application must Approved by Immigration. 
  • Payment of the membership fees of the selected program.
  • Applicants with Non O (Volunteer), ED Visa and NON-Imm (Medical Treatment) visa must disclose their visas and may have to provide additional documents.

Q&A Section – Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Thailand Privilege program Is this a visa?
A: Yes, the Thailand Privilege Program is essentially a long-term residence program that includes a special Privilege Entry Visa (PEV), often referred to as the Thailand Elite Visa. It allows eligible foreigners to stay in Thailand for 5, 10, 15, or 20 years, depending on the membership tier purchased, and provides them with a range of exclusive benefits and services.

Q2: Thailand Privilege Card Is this a visa?
A: Not by itself—the Physical Privilege Card is not a visa. Your visa is affixed in your passport. The card is for validating membership and accessing perks.

Q3: What documents are required?
A: At minimum: passport copy, photo, completed application form. Banks or services may request the membership card and visa for verification.

Q4: Can I apply if I’ve overstayed before?
A: No, you cannot apply for the Thailand Privilege (Thailand Elite) program if you have an existing overstay record in Thailand. To be eligible, you must be in compliance with Thai immigration laws and have no overstay record at the time of application. You must first leave the country, clear your existing overstay record, and resolve any potential travel bans before you can apply for the Thailand Privilege program.

Q5: Can I work on this visa?
A: No. Employment in Thailand requires a separate work permit.

Q6: If I have a work permit, can I apply for a Thailand Privilege Card?
A: You cannot apply for the Thailand Privilege Card (Thailand Elite Visa) if you already hold a Work Permit, as Thai law allows for only one type of visa, and work permit holders are not eligible for Thailand Privilege Card (Thailand Elite Visa ) membership.

Thailand Elite Visa Restrictions:

Thailand Elite Visa members are not eligible to apply for a work permit, or if they already hold a work permit, they are not eligible to become members.

Choose one visa:

If you wish to become a member of the Thailand Elite Visa, you must first relinquish your Work Permit.

Q7: What if my passport expires mid-visa?
A: If your passport expires during your  Thailand Privilege Card (Thailand Elite visa), you must get a new passport and then take both the old and new passports to a Thai immigration office to have the remaining visa validity transferred to the new passport. While your visa will be affixed to the new passport for its remaining validity, the Thailand Privilege program (Elite Privilege program) allows for free visa renewal at the program’s expiry, so the visa can be renewed up to the end of your membership term.

Free renewal:

You are entitled to a free renewal of your Thailand Privilege Card (Thailand Elite visa) to match your membership’s expiry date.

Document requirements:

You will need the old and new passports to facilitate the visa transfer process.

Q8: How do I report every 90 days?
A: To report your address every 90 days Thailand Privilege member, you can use the Thailand Privilege offices in Bangkok (Sathorn), Chiang Mai or Phuket by dropping off your documents on Mondays between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, using the online system, submitting your documents by mail or through an agent, or by contacting the Immigration Bureau office in your area of ​​residence. Eligible members can use these services and the Thailand Privilege office will process your application and collect your passport and confirmation on your behalf.

Q9: If the 90-day reporting deadline has passed, can a member send their passport to the TPC office to make a 90-day report for the member?

A: First, we recommend that you contact your embassy in Thailand or a neighboring country as soon as possible. They will provide further information on what you need to do. In most cases, you will need to go to the police station to report a lost passport. After receiving the report, you will need to use this document to apply for a new passport.

Once you receive your new passport, you will need to send a copy of your new passport to the Member Service Center, as Thailand Elite will need to update your information. The Member Service Center will provide further instructions on how to attach your new Thailand Elite visa to your passport (the 90-day reporting period is essential).

Q10: Can I bring family on my membership?
A: Only Platinum (10 years) and Diamond (15 years) allow family additions, at an additional cost per person. Other tiers require separate applications for each family member.

Q11: How long does the membership last?
A: Depends on tier: 5, 10, 15, or 20 years. Multiple-entry visa validity matches the membership term.

        

Q12: Can Thailand Privilege Card members open a bank account?     

A: Thailand Privilege Card members can open bank accounts with Kasikornbank and Bangkok Bank, as both banks have contracts with Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. Members must book the service in advance through the member service center and notify the branch where they wish to open an account. You must prepare important documents such as your passport, membership certificate, and membership card.

REMARK :

1. SALES ARE UNDER HONOUR GROUP WHICH IS THE SALES AGENT OF THAILAND

PRIVILEGE CARD.

2. THAILAND PRIVILEGE MEMBERSHIP FEE MUST BE TRANSFERRED INTO THAILAND

PRIVILEGE CARD CO.,LTD. ONLY.

We hope this article helps you understand the Thailand Privilege Card, its benefits, tiers, application process, and frequently asked questions. If you’d like specific comparisons, eligibility checks, or assistance in planning, feel free to ask!


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