Thailand — Investment routes
| Route | Official minimum | Real total, family of four | Hold | Recoverable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government bondsAt least 500,000 USD in Thai government bonds with over five years’ remaining maturity, in the applicant’s name — part of a required 1,000,000 USD in total global assets. Redeemable at maturity. | $500 000 | ≈ $667 500 | 5 yr | Yes |
| BusinessAlternatively, at least 500,000 USD of direct investment in a Thai limited or public company (or a qualifying VC/PE vehicle), in the applicant’s name — again within the 1,000,000 USD total-asset requirement. | $500 000 | ≈ $667 500 | — | No |
| Real estateOr at least 500,000 USD invested in Thai real estate in the applicant’s name. Note that foreigners cannot own land freehold in Thailand; this is typically a condominium unit or a long-lease structure. | $500 000 | ≈ $667 500 | — | No |
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