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Thailand Privilege (Elite) Visa Complete Guide | 2025 Membership Fees, Term, Benefits, and Application Process
Since 2024, the former "Thailand Elite Visa" has been renamed the Thailand Privilege Visa , managed by Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. (under the Thai Ministry of Tourism and Sports), offering long-term visas and privileges with multiple entries for 5–20 years. This article summarizes the 2025 options, required documents, and application steps. (Suggestion: The last update date should also be displayed at the top of the article.)
Quick comparison of membership plans
| plan | Cost (THB) | Term | points/year | Family Add-on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | 650,000 | 5 years | 0 | — |
| Gold | 900,000 | 5 years | 20 | — |
| Platinum | 1,500,000 | 10 years | 35 | Commonly 1,000,000 per digit |
| Diamond | 2,500,000 | 15 years | 55 | Commonly 1,500,000 per person |
| Reserve (by invitation only) | 5,000,000 | 20 years | 120 | Commonly 2,000,000 per digit |
Note: Fees/points are subject to the official website announcement; family add-on fees may be adjusted according to the promotion.
Application process (5 steps)
- Submit application + passport and recent photo → Background check
- Approval Notice → Transfer funds to Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd as instructed.
- Send Membership Number / Welcome Kit
- Airport or immigration sticker activation
- Check-in on the 90th: You can check in yourself or use points/paid agents.
Typical timeframe: approximately 3–8 weeks (mostly 1–3 months, depending on nationality/completeness of information).