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Thailand LTR Visa for Wealthy Pensioners: The Full Document Checklist, Leasehold Condos Included
Over 50 and planning to retire in Thailand? The Board of Investment checklist, current as of 6 November 2025, spells out exactly what Wealthy Pensioner applicants must submit for the Long-Term Resident visa: passport and photo, proof of passive income, health insurance, police clearance, and, for those earning USD 40,000 to 80,000 a year, evidence of USD 250,000 invested in Thailand. A registered leasehold condominium with at least 10 years remaining is on the accepted list.
World Bank's 2026 Income Classifications: Thailand Remains Upper-Middle Income
The World Bank's 2026 country income classifications confirm Thailand as a strong upper-middle-income economy, with a GNI per capita of US$7,690 and steady progress toward high-income status — a stable backdrop for property investment in Koh Samui.
Thailand Property Ownership for Foreigners: Freehold Condominiums, Leasehold Condominiums, and the Legal Danger of Nominee Structures.
Executive Summary For foreign buyers, Thailand property law is simple in principle but dangerous when misunderstood. Foreigners generally cannot own Thai land directly. For ordinary private buyers who
Thailand’s 2026 THB4.5 Billion Tourism Strategy
Thailand has officially unveiled its groundbreaking 2026 tourism strategy, setting a bold new direction under the visionary theme “Value Is the New Volume.” The initiative, led by the Tourism Authorit
Wing Samui Condo Phase 1 Is In The Process of Handover
Wing Samui Condo Phase 1 Is Ready for Handover! The long-awaited moment has arrived — Wing Samui Condo Phase 1 is officially ready for handover, marking a major milestone in Koh Samui’s largest condom
Wing Samui Condo Update First Half of 2024
Dear Wing Samui Family, As the first half of 2024 comes to a close, we would like to take this time to thank all of our owners, partners and all Wing Samui Condo team members who have been an integral
Can Foreigners Legally Purchase and Own Property In Thailand?
Under Thailand law, foreigners can only own 100% ownership of property in Thailand through the condominium act. This means that to own a property under their personal name, the property has to be regi
Wing Samui Condo Celebrates Foundation Completion
Wing Samui Condo is Koh Samui’s largest condominium project. The EIA approved project consists of 538 units and provides foreigners with a freehold property in Thailand that they can own under their p