Thailand
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Overview
Capital
Bangkok
Currency
THB
Continent
Asia
Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Thailand.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Thailand
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Germany | Visa Free | 30 days |
| France | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Italy | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Netherlands | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Sweden | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Portugal | Visa Free | 30 days |
| United States | Visa Free | 30 days |
| India | Visa On Arrival | 15 days |
| United Kingdom | Visa Free | 30 days |
Detailed visa guides for Thailand
Monthly costs
Bangkok
Rent (center)
18,000 THB/mo
Groceries
8,000 THB/mo
Transport
2,000 THB/mo
Est. Monthly Total
31,500 THB/mo
Chiang Mai
Rent (center)
10,000 THB/mo
Groceries
6,000 THB/mo
Transport
1,500 THB/mo
Est. Monthly Total
20,000 THB/mo
Work Permits
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Long-Term Resident Visa (LTR)
Duration: 10 years
Digital nomads, wealthy individuals, retirees, or skilled professionals meeting income/investment criteria
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Non-Immigrant B Visa (Work Visa)
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Foreign workers with an employer sponsor in Thailand
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SMART Visa
Duration: Up to 4 years
Highly skilled professionals, investors, executives, or startups in targeted industries
Salary & Tax
Income Tax Range
0% – 35%
Social Security (Employee)
0.05%
Annual thresholds in THB. DTV visa launched 2024. Foreign income remitted same year may be taxable.
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