SHAMBALAGUIDES
The Thailand Privilege Card, Explained
· Shambala Editorial
The programme once known as Thailand Elite Visa now operates as the Thailand Privilege Card, pairing a long-stay Privilege Visa with a tier of concierge services. Terms and benefits can change, so treat the figures below as a starting point and confirm current details before applying.
Membership tiers
| Tier | Fee | Validity | Points / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | ฿650,000 | 5 years | 0 — limited offer |
| Gold | ฿900,000 | 5 years | 20 |
| Platinum | ฿1,500,000 | 10 years | 35 |
| Diamond | ฿2,500,000 | 15 years | 55 |
| Reserve | ฿5,000,000 | 20 years | 120 — invitation only |
Platinum, Diamond and Reserve members can add a qualifying family member as a paid "Next Member", currently priced at ฿1,000,000, ฿1,500,000 and ฿2,000,000 respectively.
What's included
- Airport assistance and fast-track immigration
- Administrative support, including 90-day reporting and help opening a bank account or getting a Thai driving licence
- A dedicated member contact centre and an annual health check
- Partner discounts across dining, retail and wellness
Membership is a long-stay visa, not a work permit — holders may not work or study in Thailand on the strength of it alone, and standard 90-day reporting still applies.
The ฿10 million investment route
Separately, Thai Immigration allows a change or extension of status based on a minimum ฿10 million investment — through a condominium purchase or long lease, a fixed deposit with a Thai-majority bank, government bonds, or a combination. This is not a distinct "property visa"; it's an investment criterion assessed case by case, and owning property alone does not confer the right to work.
Information current as of 25 September 2026. Confirm fees, tiers and eligibility directly with Thailand Privilege and Thai Immigration before applying.
