SMART Visa — Startup
Eligible startup founders in BOI targeted industries.
- ValidityUp to 2 years is a published stream length
- RenewableYes
Fees are confirmed in your personal quote.
The SMART Visa is intended for individuals visiting for startup purposes who hold a letter of qualification endorsement from the SMART Visa Unit (BOI). It is issued as a multiple-entry visa with validity options including 6 months or 1 year.
- Who it is for
- Eligible startup founders in BOI targeted industries.
- Validity
- Up to 2 years is a published stream length
- Renewal
- Renewable
- SMART stream for eligible startup founders. Endorsement applies.
Who this is for
Eligible startup founders in BOI targeted industries.
- What you need to show
- health insurance director role or at least 25% shareholding in established Thai targeted-industry company BOI endorsement.
- Work
- Director or at least 25% shareholding in eligible Thai startup; work-permit exemption in endorsed role.
- Sponsor
- BOI qualification endorsement.
- Other conditions
- renewable if criteria met.
Deposit of at least THB 600,000 held for at least 3 months
health insurance required.
SMART Visa — Startup