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Thailand long-stay cost calculator
Over five years, the DTV is usually the cheapest long stay at about 10,000 THB plus extensions. Retirement visas cost about 2,000 THB a year in fees. Thailand Privilege costs the most upfront, from 900,000 THB for Gold. The calculator adds extensions, re-entry permits and the money you must show.
Cheapest over 5 years
DTV: 29,000 THB
Government fees only. Living costs not included.
| Visa | Fees over 5 yrs | Money to show |
|---|---|---|
| DTVOne 5-year visa per 5 years, one 180-day extension per entry. No re-entry permit needed. | 29,000 THB | 500,000 THB |
| Retirement (Non-O)One Non-O visa, then a yearly extension and re-entry permits for trips. | 30,500 THB | 800,000 THB |
| Marriage (Non-O)One Non-O visa, then yearly extensions. | 30,500 THB | 400,000 THB |
| Work (Non-B)Includes a reported 3,000 THB a year work permit fee. | 45,500 THB | Employer-sponsored |
| LTR50,000 THB per 5-year stay. Annual report instead of 90-day reports. | 50,000 THB | High income or assets |
| Education (ED)Course fees plus a visa and three 90-day extensions a year. | 218,500 THB | No fixed amount |
| Retirement (O-A)O-A visa, then yearly extensions. Includes your health insurance premium. | 327,800 THB | 800,000 THB |
| Privilege (Gold)Gold membership, 900,000 THB per 5 years. No income or age test. | 900,000 THB | None |
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Questions about this tool
Which Thailand long-stay visa is cheapest?
In government fees, the DTV is cheapest over five years: one 10,000 THB visa plus 1,900 THB per extension. It requires 500,000 THB in savings to be shown, but that money is not spent.
Does the money I show count as a cost?
No. Savings shown for the DTV, retirement or marriage routes stay yours. The calculator lists them separately so you can see the cash you need available versus the fees you pay.
Do I need a re-entry permit?
Yes, if you leave Thailand during an extension of stay and want to keep it. A single re-entry permit costs 1,000 THB and a multiple one costs 3,800 THB, as listed by Bangkok Immigration.
Are embassy fees the same everywhere?
No. Embassies charge local-currency equivalents that can differ from the THB fees used here. Check your mission's fee page before you budget.
Which visa fits you?
The checker scores all eight long-stay routes against your situation.