Application deadline for Bronze awards extended to July 2025 – end of year

Thailand Privilege announced that its Bronze membership will remain open for applications until December 31, 2025. This extension is due to unexpectedly high demand from applicants seeking a cost-effective option solely for visa application processing.

The Bronze subscription, which offers a five-year stay for 650,000 THB, was originally planned as a limited-time offer. This change provides more flexibility for those planning a trip to Thailand without needing premium benefits.

Exclusive Bronze membership offer for Legacy members (EFE/EFA)

Members of the Elite Family Excursion (EFE) and Elite Family Alternative (EFA) programs whose visas expire by September 2026 can now upgrade to a 5-year Bronze membership for a reduced fee of 450,000 THB per person.

The new Bronze visa is granted in addition to the remaining validity period of the EFE or EFA visa, so no membership time is lost. This offer is valid until May 31, 2026.

Family add-on package offer valid until September 30, 2025

Thailand Privilege offers a special rate of 500,000 THB per person for immediate family members of core members in the Platinum, Diamond or Reserve category.

This promotion applies to both new registrations and existing members and runs until September 30, 2025. It offers significant savings compared to the usual additional fees, which range between 1 and 2 million THB.

December 15, 2024: Official introduction of the Bronze membership level

Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. has introduced the Bronze Membership, a 5-year visa package priced at 650,000 THB, designed for people seeking straightforward benefits for long-term stays in Thailand.

This tier includes key benefits such as VIP priority, assistance with 90-day reporting, and access to a personal concierge. However, it does not include Privilege Points. Applications were originally accepted from December 15, 2024, to June 30, 2025.

September 4, 2024: Thailand opens the elite visa to all nationalities except one

Thailand Privilege announced that its elite visa program is now open to almost all countries, with the sole exception of North Korea. This removes previous restrictions for 28 countries, including Afghanistan, Pakistan, Egypt, Nigeria, and Syria.

Authorities cited clean immigration records and improved due diligence as reasons for the change. It broadens the program's scope and reflects its goal of attracting a more diverse group of long-term residents.

Improved member support from the beginning to the middle of 2024

During 2024, Thailand Privilege introduced several service upgrades for members, including:

  • A private immigration lounge in the Chaeng Watthana immigration complex in Bangkok
  • Home pick-up and delivery service for the 90-day address notification in Phuket and Phang Nga
  • Exclusive benefits as part of the "Ultimate Tourism in Bangkok" campaign, available until February 28, 2025

    • October 10, 2023: Option to upgrade old membership closed.

    If you had an Elite Easy Access membership and missed the August 15th deadline, you can no longer upgrade to a long-term subscription. This policy change completes the transition to the new structure and eliminates any exceptions.

    Introduction of the new Thailand privilege visa tiers on October 1, 2023

    Thailand Privilege has officially replaced its previous Elite Visa memberships with five new packages. These include:

    Each package includes a certain number of annual Privilege points that you can redeem for benefits such as airport transfers, health checks, and golf access. The old programs were discontinued on September 15, 2023.

    September 15, 2023 – Final deadline for Legacy Elite Visa applications

    The application deadline for the previous Thailand Elite Visa program ended on September 15, 2023 at 4:30 PM (Bangkok time). All corresponding packages were subsequently officially discontinued.

    Application and upgrade fees will be waived from September to December 2024.

    Between September 1 and December 31, 2024, Thailand Privilege waived the 50,000 THB registration fee and the 100,000 THB upgrade fee. This allowed new applicants and existing members to join or switch to the updated program at no additional cost.

    August 30, 2023: New Thailand Elite Packages unveiled!

    On August 30, 2023, Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. officially launched its new Thailand Elite Visa packages. These new memberships offer new pricing, requirements, and flexible benefits. Detailed information about the new Elite memberships can be found here: New Thailand Elite Visa Packages

    August 15, 2023: Updates on the membership upgrade

  • In a recent update from the Elite Member Services and Relations (CRM) team in Thailand, it was clarified that the conditions for upgrading membership for Elite Easy Access members remain unchanged.
  • Elite Easy Access members can upgrade their membership to Elite Superiority Extension (ESE) or Elite Ultimate Privilege (EUP) membership at any time during its validity period. However, this must be done no later than three months before the membership expires.
  • For those who have already applied for the upgrade, an online form has been provided to allow members to indicate whether they wish to upgrade now or whether, given the postponed deadline, they will consider upgrading their membership at a later date.

    • August 11, 2023: Upgrade to an Elite Ultimate Privilege

    August 10, 2023: Upgrade to an Elite Superiority Enhancement

    August 3, 2023: Important announcement regarding the upgrade of a Thai elite visa

    Due to the new changes and packages being introduced by Thailand Privilege, current holders of a 5-year Elite Easy Access membership will be affected by the new updates if they wish to upgrade.

    Instead of the new membership packages, which will be released on October 1, 2023, the application to upgrade from the 5-year Elite Easy Access membership to a 20-year Elite Superiority Extension membership and a 20-year Elite Ultimate Privilege membership will be officially discontinued.

    Elite Easy Access members seeking an upgrade to a 20-year Elite Visa must submit their application by 4:30 PM (Bangkok time, GMT+7) on August 15, 2023. Visa upgrade applications received after this date will be rejected.

    More information about these new packages will follow shortly, so stay tuned.

    July 27, 2023: Important announcement regarding changes and updates to the Thailand Elite Visa.

    Following careful review, Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. has made an important decision regarding the Thailand Elite Visa program. The following Thailand Elite programs will be discontinued:

  • Elite family outing (posted on June 16, 2023)
  • Expansion of elite superiority

    • We would like to assure all current applicants and members that this hiring decision will not affect their membership status. They will continue to enjoy all benefits and privileges until the end of their respective membership programs.

    For all those wishing to apply for the current membership programs: The application deadline is September 15, 2023 at 4:30 PM Thai time. No applications will be accepted after this date.

    We understand the importance of making informed decisions and assure you that we will provide you with all the details of the new offerings in due course. The application period for the new programs begins on October 1, 2023.

    If you have any questions or require further information, our support team is happy to assist you. We will guide you through this transition and ensure a smooth process.

    Thank you for your continued support and trust in the Thailand Elite Visa program. We look forward to providing you with excellent service in the future.