LTR Visa
High-net-worth individuals and world-class professionals. Enjoy 10-year residency with significant tax exemptions and digital reporting.
- 10-Year Residency Validity
- 17% Personal Income Tax Rate
Operational Sophistication
Thailand Work Permit and Visa Support
Getting a work permit or business visa in Thailand means dealing with several government offices, each with its own paperwork and timeline. Settlr manages applications, renewals, 90 day reporting, and every filing in between, so you and your team stay legally compliant without the runaround.
IMMIGRATION PATHWAYS
Thailand Visa Routes Compared
Strategically curated visa structures designed for rapid operational deployment and long-term residency stability.
BOI Smart Visa
For founders of promoted companies. Streamlined processing via the digital One-Start One-Stop Center with integrated smart technology.
- No 90-day reporting required
- Family & Dependents included
Non-Immigrant B
The standard corporate business visa. Robust and reliable for active operational directors and Thai entity structures.
- Standard Work Permit integration
- Renewable 1-year extensions
DTV (Destination Thailand Visa)
A 5-year multiple-entry visa for remote workers, freelancers, and digital nomads employed or contracted outside Thailand. Does not authorize local employment.
- Up to 180 days per entry, extendable once
- 500,000 THB funds requirement
WORK PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
The employer-side rules behind every work permit
A work permit is not just paperwork for the employee. The sponsoring Thai company also has to meet ratio and capital requirements, which shape how you plan hiring and entity structure.
- 4 : 1
4 Thai employees per work permit
A standard Thai Limited Company must employ 4 Thai nationals for every foreign work permit it sponsors. BOI promoted companies are exempt from this ratio.
- ฿2,000,000
2M THB registered capital per work permit
The company needs 2 million THB in registered capital for each foreign employee's work permit. Capital does not need to sit idle, but it must be properly documented and paid up.
- Ongoing
Full documentation on file
Payroll records, social security registration, and the company's DBD filings all have to stay current — Labour Department officers check these at renewal.
BOI promoted companies, regional operating headquarters, and companies under the US Treaty of Amity have different or relaxed ratios. Settlr checks eligibility before you commit to a hiring plan.
STAYING COMPLIANT
90 day reporting, handled every cycle
Any foreigner staying in Thailand longer than 90 consecutive days must report their current address to Thai Immigration — separate from visa extensions and work permit renewals.
Who needs to report
Every foreign resident on a long-stay visa (Non-B, LTR, DTV, retirement, and more) who has been in Thailand for more than 90 consecutive days without leaving.
How often
Every 90 days for as long as you remain in the country. Leaving and re-entering Thailand resets the 90 day counter.
How to file
Online through the Immigration Bureau's system, by mail, or in person at the local immigration office — filing must fall within 15 days before or 7 days after the due date.
What happens if you miss it
Late filing carries a fine of up to 2,000 THB. Settlr tracks the 90 day clock for every employee we manage and files ahead of each deadline.
CONCIERGE METHODOLOGY
How Settlr Manages Work Permits End to End
Step 01
Document Archeology
We meticulously uncover and organize every regulatory thread to ensure a flawless submission.
Protocol One
Document Archeology
Our legal team performs a deep-dive audit of your corporate and personal history. We don't just fill forms; we construct an airtight evidentiary narrative that preempts institutional inquiry.
Protocol Two
Priority Submission
Leveraging our institutional relationships, your application enters a priority track. We manage the dialogue with the BOI, IEAT, and Immigration Department on your behalf.
Step 03
The Personal Escort
Your journey is personally shepherded by our senior mobility consultants from start to finish.
Protocol Three
The Personal Escort
Never walk into an immigration office alone. A Settlr Elite Concierge provides a door-to-door escort, managing all physical logistics and real-time communication with officials.
Protocol Four
Operational Readiness
Post-visa approval, we ensure your work permit, digital smart ID, and social security registrations are harmonized and active within 48 hours.
Questions
Before you apply
What visa do I need to work in Thailand?
Most foreign employees need a Non Immigrant B visa plus a work permit. Founders and specialists may qualify for the LTR Visa or the Smart Visa instead, which bundle work authorization. Remote workers employed abroad can use the DTV, which does not permit local employment. Settlr's free Visa Matcher recommends the right route in 90 seconds.
How many Thai employees do I need to hire per work permit?
The standard ratio is 4 Thai employees per foreign work permit, alongside 2 million THB in registered capital per permit. BOI promoted companies are exempt from the ratio, which is one of the biggest practical reasons to pursue BOI promotion.
What is 90 day reporting in Thailand?
Foreigners staying in Thailand more than 90 consecutive days must report their address to Immigration every 90 days. Reports can be filed online, by mail, or in person, and late filing carries a fine of up to 2,000 THB. Settlr tracks and files 90 day reports for every employee we manage.