Thailand Privilege Card (TPC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strict screening, pledging to bar individuals with suspicious backgrounds or links to grey businesses from using its membership as a front.
The screening process involves multiple agencies, including immigration authorities and Interpol, with additional checks by the Anti-Money Laundering Office planned for applicants who have changed nationality. Memberships will be terminated immediately if members are found to be involved in illegal activities.
TPC is also in talks with the government to reduce the impact of new tax measures on long-stay foreigners with overseas income, potentially seeking exemptions for retirees and pensioners. Despite recent concerns affecting tourism confidence, TPC expects membership growth of 10–20% this year, targeting 4,000 new members.
The company currently has around 40,000 members, who spend an average of 1.04 million baht annually, generating over 50 billion baht in economic impact. Key markets include China, Japan, the US and Europe, with growing interest from India, GCC countries and Myanmar. Popular long-stay destinations include Bangkok, Chon Buri and Phuket, which continues to attract high-end residents seeking a luxury lifestyle.