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 Global manages applications, renewals, 90 day reporting, and every filing in between, so you and your team stay legally compliant without the runaround.
Starting price
- From ฿40,000Per employee, per applicationMulti-employee packages available
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
- Extensions of up to 1 year, at Immigration's discretion
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. See DTV visa requirements and cost.
- Up to 180 days per entry, extendable once
- 500,000 THB funds requirement
BUSINESS VISA
Non-Immigrant B (business) visa
The Non-Immigrant B visa is the standard visa for foreigners who come to Thailand to work or to conduct business. It lets you enter for that purpose, but it does not let you start work: you need a work permit first.
- THB 2,000
Single entry, valid 3 months
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs fee for a single-entry Non-B. Each stay is up to 90 days. Embassies charge in local currency, for example £60 at the Royal Thai Embassy in London.
- THB 5,000
Multiple entries, valid 1 year
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs fee for a one-year multiple-entry Non-B. London charges £150. Extending your stay beyond each entry is at the discretion of the Immigration Bureau.
- Who
Who it's for
Foreigners employed by a company in Thailand, and business visitors coming to meet partners or conduct business. Apply at the Thai embassy or consulate in the country where you live.
- Documents
Key documents
A passport valid for at least 6 months, the application form, a recent photo, evidence of funds, the Ministry of Labour approval letter that your employer obtains by filing Form WP3 with the Department of Employment, and the hiring company's documents: business registration, shareholder list, company profile, list of foreign workers, latest PND.50 and PP.30, and VAT registration. Each embassy publishes its own list and funds amount, so check yours.
- Next
From visa to work permit
Once your employer has the Department of Employment's approval letter, you apply for the Non-B abroad, enter Thailand and file to receive the work permit at the Department of Employment within 30 days of the approval letter. The permit is then issued within 3 working days.
Sources: Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Non-Immigrant Visa "B"; Royal Thai Embassy, London: Business Visa; Royal Thai Embassy, London: Visa Fees; Department of Employment: work permit FAQ.
EMPLOYER-SIDE RULES
Thailand work permit requirements
A work permit is not just paperwork for the employee. The Department of Employment issues it, and the sponsoring company also has to meet ratio and capital requirements, which shape how you plan hiring and entity structure. For the full document list, see our Thailand work permit requirements checklist. Without a Thai company of your own, our Employer of Record in Thailand can employ your foreign staff and sponsor their work permits.
- 4 : 1
4 Thai employees per work permit
Plan for 4 full-time Thai employees for each foreign work permit: the Department of Employment cites this ratio in its permit criteria, and the BOI's 2026 start-up guide lists it as an Immigration Bureau rule.
- ฿2,000,000
2M THB paid-up capital per work permit
A Thai company needs THB 2 million of paid-up capital for each foreign work permit; a company registered abroad needs THB 3 million brought into Thailand per permit. Each further THB 2 million or 3 million allows one more permit, up to 10, and the amount is halved for a foreigner legally married to a Thai national. 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.
- THB 3,000
Government fee for a permit of up to 1 year
The Department of Employment charges THB 100 per application, then THB 750 for a permit of up to 3 months, THB 1,500 for up to 6 months and THB 3,000 for up to 1 year. A permit is issued for up to 2 years at a time and must be renewed before it expires.
BOI promoted companies, regional operating headquarters, and companies under the US Treaty of Amity have different or relaxed ratios. Settlr Global checks eligibility before you commit to a hiring plan.
Sources: Department of Employment: work permit criteria and fees; Department of Employment: work permit renewal manual; BOI: Quick Guide to Starting a Business in Thailand 2026.
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. This is 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 Global tracks the 90 day clock for every employee we manage and files ahead of each deadline.
CONCIERGE METHODOLOGY
How Settlr Global 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 Global Elite Concierge provides a door-to-door escort, managing all physical logistics and real-time communication with officials.
Protocol Four
Operational Readiness
After the visa is issued, we file for the work permit within the Department of Employment's 30-day window from the WP.3 approval letter; the permit is issued within 3 working days of filing, and we register social security alongside it.
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 Global'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 permanent Thai employees for each foreign employee under Immigration's criteria for a business-based extension of stay, and the company needs paid-up capital: THB 2 million per work permit for a Thai company, or THB 3 million brought in from abroad per permit for a foreign company, under the Ministry of Labour's guideline. 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 Global tracks and files 90 day reports for every employee we manage.