A seamless path to residency.

Six clear phases. Typically six to ten weeks end-to-end. No surprises. This is how Daimaru Trading guides every Thailand Privilege (formerly Thailand Elite) application — from first inquiry to visa affixed in your passport.

Phase by Phase

From first inquiry
to your Privilege visa.

The complete Thailand Privilege (formerly Thailand Elite) application process, transparently mapped out — with the same timelines and payment details we share directly with every applicant.

1

Initial Consultation

Speak with Pat (EN/TH) by phone, email, WhatsApp, or LINE. We review your situation, travel plans, family, and budget — then recommend the tier that delivers the best value and tell you exactly which documents to prepare.

What you'll receive: Written tier recommendation, pricing summary, estimated timeline, and a complete document checklist.
Checklist See the Full Required Documents List
2
Same Day

Document Submission

Submit soft copies by replying all to our email. Core documents: passport bio page (both top and bottom, more than 1 year validity, more than 3 blank pages), a high-resolution white-background photo, the completed application form with handwritten signature matching your passport, and the signed PDPA form (signature on page 8). Processing begins only after every document is received.

Applicants already in Thailand additionally submit their latest arrival stamp, TM30, TM6 (if any), and current/past visa stamps. Family applicants add proof of relationship (marriage, birth, or adoption certificate — notarized English translation if not in English).
3
4–8 Weeks

Background Check & Approval

Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. forwards your passport copy to the Thai government for a criminal and watch-list check across five organizations. Once the check is complete, an approval letter is issued along with payment instructions. No action is required from you during this phase.

The five checking bodies: (1) Immigration Bureau, (2) Department of Consular Affairs, (3) Foreign Affairs Division of the Royal Thai Police, (4) Central Investigation Bureau, and (5) Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO). Applicants who do not pass receive an explanation instead of an approval letter and pay nothing.
4
1–5 Business Days

Payment & Confirmation

Pay the membership fee directly to Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. (not to us). Four methods are accepted. Send the proof of payment to finalize — approval time depends on the method you choose.

1. Direct deposit (Thai THB account) — 1–2 business days
2. International wire transfer — ~5 business days · request MT103 from your bank for faster clearance
3. Local Thai bank transfer — 1–2 business days
4. Credit card (Visa / Mastercard via the TPC E-payment portal) — 2–3 business days
5
~5 Business Days

Registration & Welcome Letter

Once payment is confirmed, the Thailand Privilege team completes your membership registration. You receive a welcome letter containing your membership ID, full benefits summary, instructions for booking services, and the steps to obtain your Privilege visa.

Your membership is now active. Visa affixation is the final step — it can be scheduled at your convenience inside Thailand or on your next arrival by air.
6
Booked More Than 7 Days Ahead

Visa Affixation

Your Privilege Entry visa is affixed either while you are in Thailand (at the Chaengwattana Immigration Office in Bangkok, in person) or upon international arrival at Suvarnabhumi or Phuket airport. All affixation appointments are booked through the Thailand Privilege Member Contact Center at least seven days in advance, subject to EPL staff availability.

At Chaengwattana (Bangkok): Your Elite Personal Liaison (EPL) escorts you through the process. The first EPL service is complimentary; subsequent sessions are THB 3,000 per service (or 2 Privilege Points for redemption-point-type memberships).

At Suvarnabhumi / Phuket airport: Your Elite Personal Assistant (EPA) meets you at the arrival gate, guides you through formalities, and has your passport stamped at the Immigration lane.

Your visa validity equals your membership validity; the first issued visa period is limited to your passport's remaining validity.
Sample Thailand Privilege Visa sticker affixed inside a member's passport — Privilege Entry Visa issued by Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd., a state enterprise of the Tourism Authority of Thailand
Sample of the actual Privilege Entry Visa sticker affixed in a member's passport at Chaengwattana Immigration or at Suvarnabhumi / Phuket airport. Issued by Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd.
6–10
Weeks Typical
Inquiry to active membership
5
Agency Check
Immigration · Consular · Police · CIB · AMLO
0
Bank Docs
No income proof required
What We Need

Your application
document checklist.

Thailand Privilege keeps documentation minimal. Here's the complete list of what you'll need — and what you won't. See the full required-documents guide for formats, samples, and edge cases.

Documents Required

  • Color photocopy of the passport personal-detail pages (top + bottom pages) — more than 1 year validity remaining and more than 3 blank pages. Phone photos are acceptable if clearly legible.
  • High-resolution color photo of the applicant — white or plain background, full face, directly facing the camera
  • Completed application form with a handwritten signature that matches the passport signature
  • Signed PDPA form — all 8 pages returned with signature on page 8 (each family applicant signs their own copy)
  • Family / supplementary applicants: proof of relationship (marriage, birth, or adoption certificate; non-English documents must be translated and notarized)
  • If you are currently in Thailand: latest arrival stamp, TM30 (notification of residence for foreigner), TM6 (if applicable), and current visa / latest entry-stamp photo plus any past visas

Documents NOT Required

  • Bank statements or proof of funds
  • Tax returns or income verification
  • Thai bank deposits (unlike retirement visas)
  • Employment letter or business registration
  • Medical certificate or health insurance (optional but recommended)
  • Criminal background check from your home country
  • Educational qualifications or degree copies
Go Deeper

Next steps & related reading.

Checklist

Required documents — in detail

Every document format, validity rule, and edge case — including in-Thailand additions and ED-visa considerations.
FAQ

Common application questions

Background-check scope, affixation locations, EPL fees, and how prior visa history can affect your application.
Pricing

Membership tiers & fees

Bronze ฿650K to Reserve ฿5M — compare inclusions, validity years, and per-year cost across the five tiers.

Ready to begin?

Submit your inquiry and a dedicated Thailand Privilege advisor will contact you within 24 hours to walk you through the entire process. Complimentary, no obligation.

Start Application → Speak to Advisor