Thailand Privilege Visa RESERVE Membership
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Comprehensive Guide to Thailand Reserve Platinum Membership
Thailand Privilege RESERVE Membership
The Thailand Privilege Visa RESERVE Membership represents the pinnacle of luxury and exclusivity for individuals seeking an extended and enriched stay in Thailand. This invitation-only membership offers a 20-year visa, complemented by a suite of unmatched privileges designed to provide an extraordinary lifestyle in this vibrant country. As the most prestigious package available, the RESERVE Membership caters to those who demand the very best, offering unparalleled benefits and services.
Membership Overview
Validity and Cost
RESERVE MEMBERSHIP
Validity: Over 20 years
Cost: THB 5,000,000 NET
Eligibility: Invitation only
The RESERVE Membership boasts a validity of over 20 years and requires an initial investment of 5 million Thai baht. This exclusive package is available by invitation only, ensuring a highly selective and prestigious membership.
Privilege Points System
The Privilege Points System sets the RESERVE Membership apart, offering members significant flexibility in selecting from a broad range of benefits. Each year, members receive 120 privilege points, allowing them to customise their privileges according to their preferences.
- Annual Points: 120 points per year, refreshed annually.
- Customisable Privileges: Use points on a variety of exclusive benefits, such as domestic flights, spa treatments, and more.
Membership Benefits
20-Year Multiple-Entry Visa: Enjoy the convenience and flexibility of multiple entries with a visa valid for over 20 years, facilitating extended stays and frequent travel.
Personalised Concierge Services: Access a dedicated concierge service that caters to your every need, from dining reservations to travel arrangements, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
Seasonal Gifts: Receive exclusive seasonal gifts curated specifically for RESERVE members, adding a touch of luxury to every season.
Priority Services: Benefit from priority services at immigration and other government offices, streamlining your administrative processes and saving valuable time.
Supercar Test Drives: Experience the thrill of test driving high-end supercars, a unique privilege reserved for RESERVE members.
Free Domestic Flights: Enjoy complimentary domestic flights within Thailand, making travel across the country both convenient and cost-effective.
Accor Plus Membership: Gain exclusive benefits at Accor Hotels, including discounts on stays and dining, enhancing your travel and leisure experiences.
Hotel Fitness Access: Maintain your fitness routine with access to top-tier hotel gyms, ensuring you stay healthy and active during your stay.
Annual Health Checkups: Take advantage of complimentary annual health checkups, ensuring your well-being is always a priority.
Extraordinary Shopping Experiences: Enjoy exclusive shopping experiences with significant discounts at high-end retailers, making every shopping trip a pleasure.
Birthday River Cruises: Celebrate your birthday in style with luxurious river cruises, providing a memorable and unique way to mark your special day.
Premium Lounge Access: Relax and unwind in premium lounges at major airports, complete with additional perks such as parking and shopping assistance.
Entertainment Perks: Take advantage of unlimited buy-1-get-1-free movie tickets and monthly buy-1-get-1-free meals at select restaurants, ensuring entertainment and dining are always enjoyable.
Investment and Wealth Advisory: Receive professional advisory sessions to manage your investments and wealth effectively, tailored to your individual financial needs.
Discounts and Offers: Benefit from discounts at a wide range of restaurants and stores, enhancing your lifestyle and providing exceptional value.
24/7 Member Contact Centre: Access support around the clock in multiple languages, including English, Mandarin, Japanese, and Korean, ensuring assistance is always available when you need it.
Easier application and immigration procedures
For ED Visa Holders
ED Visa holders are eligible for the PLATINUM Membership, provided their educational institution and visa are legitimate.
For Chinese Nationals
Chinese applicants no longer require Interpol referrals, with background checks conducted similarly to those for other nationalities.
Streamlined Process
The new membership application process is more straightforward than previous Elite Visa applications, ensuring a swift and hassle-free experience.
Additional benefits not present in the old Elite Easy Access membership
- Lifetime stay: Members are able to stay even beyond 20 years. After 20 years, members will receive a 5-year visa that can be constantly renewed for another 5 years at an adjusted discount.
- Health and wellness: Access to hotel fitness facilities, health checks, etc.
- Free hotel stays: Stay the nights at Accor Hotels and even get the chance to acquire a complimentary membership with Accor.
- Entertainment: Birthday river cruises, seasonal gifts, and a chance to test drive a luxurious supercar.
- Discounts: earn discounts at high-end restaurants and shopping establishments.
Upgrade Options
- Whether you were a 5-year Elite Easy Access or a 10-year Elite Family Alternative member, if you had that invitation you could upgrade, regardless of membership held.
- Cost: 100,000 Baht (approximately $2,760 USD).
- Annual Fee (THB): 225,000 Baht (250,000 Baht if an Elite Family Alternative membership holder).
- In terms of USD, this would be approximately $6,200 (or approximately $6,900 if an Elite Family Alternative member).
- Validity: based on the remaining validity period on the previous package.
- 5 to 10-year memberships: remaining validity plus an extra 15 years
- 20-year memberships: remaining validity
Why Choose New Stamford School and Siam Legal as Your Thai Elite Visa Agents?
Through our partnership with Siam Legal, an authorised General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA) for the Thai Elite programme, New Stamford School offers a range of benefits to our clients, including:
24/7 VIP Phone Support
Access round-the-clock support from Siam Legal for any legal or immigration-related concerns. Whether you have questions about your visa application or need urgent assistance during your stay in Thailand, our dedicated team is available to provide expert guidance and support.
Complimentary Consultations with Legal Experts
Enjoy free consultations with Siam Legal's experienced legal professionals. Get personalised advice on immigration laws, visa requirements, or any other legal matters pertaining to your stay in Thailand, ensuring you're well-informed and prepared throughout the process.
Free Notary Public Service
Benefit from a one-time, complimentary notary public service provided by Siam Legal. This service ensures that your important documents are properly authenticated, meeting legal requirements in Thailand without any additional cost to you.
Free Bank Account Opening Assistance:
Receive assistance from Siam Legal in opening a bank account in Thailand. Our team will guide you through the process, helping you set up a multi-currency account with internet banking capabilities, making it easier for you to manage finances during your stay.
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Why New Stamford School and Siam Legal Are Your Premier Choice for Thai Elite Visa Services
The fees for the Thai Elite Visa remain the same, and our clients will be taken care of by both New Stamford School and Siam Legal throughout the application process, ensuring a seamless and cost-effective experience.
Qualifications for the Thai Elite Visa
To apply for the Thai Elite Visa, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a valid foreign passport
- Have no criminal record or outstanding warrants in any country
- Have not been sentenced to imprisonment, except for negligence-related offenses
- Have not been declared bankrupt
- Have not been diagnosed with a mental disorder or legal incompetence
Nationals of certain countries in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia may face additional restrictions when applying for the Thai Elite Visa.
A Simple Guide
Easy Steps to Apply for the Thai Elite Visa
Submit Documents:
Background Check:
Approval and Payment:
Welcome Kit:
Visa Issuance:
Application Timeline and Key Milestones
Detailed Application Timeline and Key Milestones for Thailand Privilege Gold Membership
Total Duration:
Background Check:
Payment Confirmation:
Welcome Kit Delivery:
Visa Issuance:
Required Documents for Thai Elite Visa Application
The applicant must have and submit the following:
- Completed Thailand Elite Visa application form
- Signed PDPA Form
- Profile Page of passport copy (in color, with signature on display and matching signature on forms)
- Passport-sized photo of the applicant against a white background (high resolution). In case of a family visa, one needs a copy of proof of relationship as the immediate family of the core member.
How to pay?
Thailand Privilege Card Company Limited accepts payment through various means:
- Credit card or debit card
- Mobile banking
- Banking transfer
- Alipay
- Cryptocurrency
- Cash (must be in Thai Baht and deposited through a Krung Thai bank only)
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I am a holder of a Thai Elite Visa, can I upgrade to a RESERVE Membership?
Yes, previous Thai Elite Visa holders, provided they have received an invitation, are eligible to upgrade to the 20-year (or more) RESERVE Membership. There are no restrictions on which Thai Elite Visa membership you must hold at the time of upgrade. As long as the invitation to apply is granted, you can proceed with the switch.
Breakdown of Costs:
- Elite Easy Access to RESERVE: 100,000 THB to upgrade, 225,000 THB per year for the primary card.
- Elite Family Alternative to RESERVE: 100,000 THB to upgrade, 250,000 THB per year for the primary and any supplementary (for family members) cards.
- Elite Privilege Access to RESERVE: 100,000 THB to upgrade, 225,000 THB per year for the primary and any supplementary (for family members) cards.
- Elite Superiority Extension to RESERVE: 100,000 THB to upgrade, 225,000 THB per year for the primary card.
- Elite Ultimate Privilege to RESERVE: 100,000 THB to upgrade, 225,000 THB per year for the primary card, 1 million THB for supplementary cards (for family members) (no upgrade costs required for supplementary cards).
Is there a limit to how many additional years I can stay after my 20-year membership expires?
No, there is no limit to how many years you can remain on this membership after the initial 20 years have passed. You will have the opportunity to apply for an additional 5-year visa. Once that expires, you can simply apply for another 5-year visa to extend your stay even further.
How do the invitations work?
Invitations are issued to select potential applicants before they are able to apply for the Thailand Privilege Visa RESERVE package. Once an applicant has received the invitation, it is simply a matter of submitting their application and paying the 5 million THB membership fee.
Typically, invitations are issued to fewer than 100 individuals per year. The number of RESERVE members is capped at 100 annually.
Why Use a General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA)?
Utilising a GSSA, such as Siam Legal, can ensure a smoother application process and a higher success rate. The benefits include:
- Free one-time consultation for legal and immigration-related issues.
- Free notary services and assistance in opening a Thai bank account.
- VIP support and no additional fees aside from the membership cost.
Can I add any family members to this plan?
Yes, if you have received an invitation, you have the opportunity to apply for a supplementary card for a family member. This option is most commonly available to previous Thai Elite Visa holders on certain membership packages, such as Elite Family Alternative (EFA), Elite Privilege Access (EPA), and Elite Ultimate Privilege (EUP). The costs for supplementary cards are as follows:
- Former EFA Members: 250,000 THB per year.
- Former EPA Members: 225,000 THB per year.
- Former EUP Members: 1,000,000 THB per year.
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Ready to explore the benefits of the Thai Elite Visa? Contact us through our website to learn more about membership options, costs, and how to apply. Our expert team, in partnership with Siam Legal, is here to guide you every step of the way. Start your journey to hassle-free long-term stay in Thailand today!
Contact us at thailand@newstamford.com or call our English-speaking staff at 081-127-0117 to get started.
