Visas + Immigration

Learn how to apply for visas, residence, and citizenship in Thailand, whether you are immigrating for love, to find work, as a student, or simply for adventure.

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Does Thailand allow dual citizenship? A 2026 guide for expats in Thailand

Expats and dual-national families often face a complex web of passport rules. We’ve broken down exactly how Thailand’s dual citizenship laws work in practice.

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Thai Elite Visa 2026: costs, requirements and how it works

Learn Thai Elite Visa costs, requirements and steps. Our guide covers fees, family options and moving money to Thailand safely with Wise for visa payments.

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How to apply for a Schengen visa from Thailand 2026

Applying for a Schengen visa from Thailand can feel confusing because EU rules, embassy pages, and visa centre instructions aren’t always laid out in the same way. 

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Thailand LTR visa (2026): requirements, income and investment rules

Thailand’s Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa is aimed at affluent retirees, investors, remote professionals, and targeted specialists. 

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Thailand DTV visa (2026): requirements, costs and money guide

Learn the DTV visa rules in Thailand, including costs and proof of funds. Our guide covers eligibility, tax checks and useful money moves in Thailand today.

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Non-O visa Thailand: Retirement and marriage guide

Learn the Thailand Non-O visa rules for retirement and marriage. Our guide clearly covers eligibility, documents, Thai bank proof, transfers, and renewals.

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Thailand business visa: Non-B process, costs and requirements

Learn how to get a Thailand business visa, with costs, documents and steps. This guide explains Non-B rules, extensions and work permit basics for expats.

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SMART Visa in Thailand: requirements, costs and how to apply

Thailand’s SMART Visa is designed for certain foreign entrepreneurs, professionals, executives, and investors working in government-designated industries. Depending on the category, it can provide a renewable stay of up to two years, annual rather than 90-day immigration reporting, and permission to carry out approved work without a separate work permit.

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How to get a police clearance in Thailand (2026)

A Thai police clearance certificate is often needed for visas, jobs, study, marriage, and other official checks connected to Thailand. This guide explains how to get clearance, whether you are applying in Thailand or from abroad.

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Thai visas: how to immigrate to Thailand in 2026

Whether you’re working, studying, or retiring in Thailand, learn all about the different types of visas and permits available.

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Family and marriage visas in Thailand

Learn all the ins and outs of applying for a family or marriage visa in Thailand, helping you stay with the people you love.

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Work visas in Thailand

If you want to find employment in Thailand, bring yourself up to speed with work visa requirements, what’s available, and how to apply.

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Permanent residency in Thailand

Find out all about permanent residency in Thailand, including what’s required, the application process, costs, and benefits.

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Guide to citizenship: how to become a Thai citizen

If you’re a long-term resident of Thailand and interested in Thai citizenship, learn all about the process and application requirements.

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Getting a passport in Thailand

Learn about the application process for a passport in Thailand, the costs involved, and what to do if it is lost or stolen.

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