Thailand SMART Visa
Premium Visa for High-Skilled Professionals and Investors
Premium long-term visa for professionals and investors in targeted industries with up to 4-year stays.
Start Your ApplicationCurrent Wait: 2 hours and 1 minuteThe Thailand SMART Visa is designed for high-skilled professionals, investors, executives, and startup founders in targeted S-Curve industries. This premium visa offers extended stays up to 4 years with simplified immigration procedures and work permit exemptions.
Processing Time
Standard30-45 days
ExpressNot available
Processing times vary by category and documentation completeness
Validity
Duration4 years (6 months to 2 years for Startup category)
EntriesMultiple entries
Stay Period4 years per issuance
ExtensionsRenewable while meeting requirements
Embassy Fees
Range10,000 - 10,000 THB
Annual fee of ฿10,000 per person. Additional fees may apply for qualification endorsement and document certification.
@thaivisacentreEligibility Criteria
- Must work in targeted S-Curve industry
- Must meet category-specific requirements
- Must have required qualifications/experience
- Must meet minimum income requirements
- Must have health insurance
- No criminal record
- Must benefit Thai economy
- Must be endorsed by relevant agency
Visa Categories
SMART Talent (T)
For highly-skilled professionals in S-Curve industries
Additional Required Documents
- Monthly income ฿100,000+ (฿50,000+ for specific cases)
- Relevant science/technology expertise
- Employment contract with 1+ year validity
- Government agency endorsement
- Health insurance coverage
- Related work experience
SMART Investor (I)
For investors in technology-based companies
Additional Required Documents
- Investment of ฿20M in technology companies
- Or ฿5M in startups/incubators
- Investment in targeted industries
- Government agency endorsement
- Health insurance coverage
- Proof of fund transfer
SMART Executive (E)
For senior executives in technology companies
Additional Required Documents
- Monthly income ฿200,000+
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10+ years work experience
- Executive position
- Employment contract with 1+ year validity
- Health insurance coverage
SMART Startup (S)
For startup founders and entrepreneurs
Additional Required Documents
- ฿600,000 in savings (฿180,000 per dependent)
- Startup in targeted industry
- Government endorsement
- Health insurance coverage
- Business plan/incubator participation
- 25% ownership or director position
Required Documents
Documentation Requirements
Passport, photos, application forms, qualification endorsement, employment/business documents
All documents must be in Thai or English with certified translations
Financial Requirements
Bank statements, investment proof, income verification
Requirements vary by category
Business Requirements
Company registration, business plan, employment contracts
Must be in targeted S-Curve industries
Health Insurance
Valid health insurance coverage for entire stay
Must cover both inpatient and outpatient care
Application Process
Online Application
Submit application on SMART Visa portal
Duration: 1-2 days
Qualification Review
Assessment by relevant agencies
Duration: 30 days
Endorsement Issuance
Receive qualification endorsement letter
Duration: 5-7 days
Visa Application
Apply at embassy or OSS center
Duration: 2-3 days
Benefits
- Up to 4-year stay permission
- No work permit required
- Annual reporting instead of 90-day
- Spouse and children can join
- Fast track immigration service
- Multiple entry privileges
- Dependent work permission
- Access to banking services
- Business networking opportunities
- Government agency support
Restrictions
- Must work in targeted industries only
- Must maintain qualifications
- Annual fee payment required
- Must maintain health insurance
- Regular progress reporting
- Category-specific limitations
- Changes require new endorsement
- Limited to approved activities
Frequently Asked Questions
What are S-Curve industries?
S-Curve industries include automation, aviation, biotechnology, digital, electronics, food tech, logistics, medical, robotics, and other high-tech sectors approved by the Thai government.
Can I change employers?
Yes, but you must obtain a new qualification endorsement and ensure the new employer is in an approved S-Curve industry.
What about my family members?
Spouse and children under 20 can join with the same privileges. Each dependent needs ฿180,000 in savings and health insurance.
Do I need a work permit?
No, SMART Visa holders are exempt from work permit requirements when working in their approved capacity.
Can I convert from another visa?
Yes, you can convert from other visa types while in Thailand if you meet SMART Visa qualifications.
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Additional Services
- Qualification endorsement
- Document certification
- Visa conversion
- Annual reporting
- Family visa assistance
- Banking services
- Progress reporting
- Business networking
- Government liaison
- Healthcare coordination