The Thailand Elite Family Visa, also known as the Thailand Privilege Visa, is a long-term tourist visa and the ideal solution for families who want to move to Thailand without complications. With a validity period of 5 to 20 years, you and your family can easily settle in Thailand and enjoy numerous VIP benefits, including expedited immigration assistance and exclusive luxury services.

Unlike other long-term visas for Thailand, the Thailand Elite Visa has no age, income, education, or employment requirements. However, significant upfront costs are incurred. Therefore, we explain here what costs you can expect when applying for a Thailand Privilege membership as a family.

Thailand Privilege memberships and costs

The Thailand Elite Visa is available through membership in the Thailand Privilege membership program. The program offers four membership packages with varying visa validity periods, benefits, and family options. The membership options are as follows:

Thailand Privilege Gold Membership

  • Membership fee: 900,000 THB
  • Visa: A multiple-entry visa valid for 5 years
  • Thailand privilege points: 20 per year
  • Fee for adding family members: Not available

    • Thailand Privilege Platinum Membership

  • Membership fee: 1.5 million THB
  • Visa: Two 5-year multiple-entry visas (10-year stay)
  • Thailand privilege points: 35 per year
  • Fee for adding family members: 1 million THB per person

    • Thailand Privilege Diamond Membership

  • Membership fee: 2.5 million THB
  • Visa: Three 5-year multiple-entry visas (stay duration 15 years)
  • Thailand privilege points: 55 per year
  • Fee for adding family members: 1.5 million THB per person

    • Thailand Privilege Reserve membership (by invitation only)

  • Membership fee: 5 million THB
  • Visa: Four 5-year multiple-entry visas (stay duration 20 years)
  • Thailand privilege points: 120 per year
  • Fee for adding family members: 2 million THB per person

    • Thailand Privilege Points can be redeemed for premium benefits such as leisure activities, health services, travel discounts, and assistance with entry formalities. If your family members also become members, you will share a common pool of Thailand Privilege Points.

    Frequently asked questions about the Thailand Elite Family Visa

    How much does it cost to include my child or spouse in my Thailand Elite Visa?

    The cost of adding your child or partner depends on your membership package:

  • Thailand Privilege Platinum Membership – 1 million THB per person
  • Thailand Privilege Diamond Membership – 1.5 million THB per person
  • Thailand Privilege Reserve Membership – 2 million THB per person

    • How much does it cost to upgrade from an old Thailand Elite package to a Thailand Privilege membership?

    The costs for upgrading your old Elite membership to a Thailand Privilege membership are as follows.

    Thailand Privilege Gold Membership (Upgrade from Elite Easy Access):

  • Validity: Remaining term of the Elite Easy Access membership

    • Thailand Privilege Platinum Membership (Upgrade from Elite Privilege Access, Elite Family Alternative or Elite Superiority Extension):

  • One-time fee: 100,000 THB
  • Validity: Remaining validity of the previous elite membership

    • Thailand Privilege Diamond Membership (Upgrade from Elite Ultimate Privilege):

    Thailand Privilege Reserve Membership (Upgrade by invitation only from any Elite Package):

  • Annual fee: 250,000 THB (Elite Family Package) 225,000 THB (All other Elite Packages)
  • Validity: 5- to 10-year Elite Packages: 15 years plus the remaining validity of the Elite Package; 20-year Elite Packages: Remaining validity of the Elite Package

    • Is there an age requirement for the Thailand Elite Visa?

    There is no age limit for applying for the Thailand Elite Visa. Applicants, including children, can purchase their own Privilege membership regardless of age or apply for a family member's membership.

    Which family members are eligible to join my membership?

    All immediate family members, including your children, spouse and parents, are eligible to apply for membership.

    What documents do I need to prove a family relationship?

    You must provide birth certificates for all registered children and your marriage certificate if you are registering together with your spouse.

    Is there a limit to the number of family members who can join my membership?

    There is no limit to the number of family members who can join your membership. However, you must provide proof of a recognized family relationship for each member.

    Does my child need a visa to stay in Thailand?

    Yes, all foreign nationals need a valid visa to enter and stay in Thailand. However, immigration authorities do not record overstays for children under 14 years of age.

    Should I apply for a Thailand Elite Visa if my child is studying in Thailand?

    If your child attends school in Thailand, you have three main visa options:

  • Thailand Elite Visa for you and your child
  • Education visa for your child and a Thailand Elite visa for yourself
  • An education visa for your child and a nonimmigrant guardianship visa for yourself.

    • How do I start the application process?

    The best way to apply for a Thailand Elite Visa is with the assistance of a General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA). GSSAs are government-sponsored visa consultancies and law firms that offer free professional advice to applicants for the Thailand Elite Family Visa.

    Siam Legal is an authorized GSSA (Granting Services Agency) and employs a government-trained team of experts to assist you with your Thailand Elite Visa application. If you have any questions about the Elite Visa or would like to begin the application process, please feel free to contact one of our consultants.