Written by the Thai Legal & Immigration legal team · Last reviewed · Editorial policy
Non-Immigrant IM is an investment-related classification that should be assessed against the particular investment project and the competent Thai authority's current requirements. Buying a condominium, holding shares or transferring money into Thailand does not by itself establish entitlement to this visa.
The initial visa classification must also be distinguished from investment-based extensions of stay and BOI-supported business or employment routes. We establish which mechanism actually applies before recommending an application or an investment transaction.
What we handle
- Identify the applicable investment classification.
- Review project approvals and sponsoring authority requirements.
- Trace investment ownership and transfer evidence.
- Assess renewal conditions and alternatives.
How the process works
Step 1
Classification
Confirm whether IM or another investment-related route is appropriate.
Step 2
Authority review
Verify required endorsements with the relevant agency and issuing post.
Step 3
Evidence preparation
Organise approvals, corporate records and investment tracing.
Step 4
Stay planning
Check entry permission, extension criteria and retained-investment obligations.
Not sure this route fits you?
Get a Free Preliminary Eligibility Review from our licensed team.
Why are applications refused, and how do we prepare?
| Common refusal reason | How we prepare |
|---|---|
| An asset purchase is presented as automatic visa eligibility | We identify the applicable investment route and required authority support before relying on the transaction. |
| Investment ownership or fund transfers cannot be traced | We reconcile corporate records, ownership evidence and bank transfer documentation. |
Counsel's note
Do not commit capital solely on a visa assumption. Any financial thresholds and qualifying investment conditions must be confirmed against current official notices, separately from commercial due diligence.
Frequently asked
Will buying a Thai condominium obtain an IM visa?
Does BOI promotion mean the applicant must use IM?
Why clients choose us
Six licensed Thai attorneys
Including Notarial Services Attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand.
77 provinces covered
Offices in Bangkok and Khon Kaen with field representatives nationwide.
Your passport stays with you
We work from copies and only handle originals for filings you approve.
Honest assessment first
A Free Preliminary Eligibility Review tells you your options before any engagement.
Sources & references
- Thai e-Visa — checked 2026-11-03
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs — checked 2026-11-03
- Thailand Board of Investment — checked 2026-11-03
- Thai Immigration Bureau — checked 2026-11-03
General information only, not legal advice. Immigration decisions rest with the Thai authorities. See our disclaimer.