Thailand•AsiaSMART Visa - Talent (T) Category
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
10,000 THB
Stay Duration
4 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Specialized 4-year visa for highly skilled professionals in targeted industries. No work permit required. Monthly income of 100,000 THB (or 50,000 for retired experts). Board of Investment endorsed companies only.
The SMART Visa is Thailand's specialized 4-year visa program for highly skilled professionals in targeted industries. It allows legal work without separate work permit and features simplified immigration procedures.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
1,200,000 THB
per year
Personal
Education
Bachelor or higher
Professional
Experience
5+ years
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Passport photo
Recent color photo
Educational credentials
Degrees and certifications in relevant field
Work experience documentation
CV, reference letters, work history
Income proof
Contract showing 100,000 THB/month (50,000 for retired experts)
Sponsor Documents
BOI endorsement letter
Proof company is SMART visa approved
Employment contract
Signed agreement from employer
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Advantages
- No separate work permit needed
- 4-year validity is longest for employment
- Only annual immigration reporting
- Covers targeted tech and innovation industries
- Simplified administrative process
Considerations
- Limited to SMART-approved companies
- Only for science/tech industries
- Requires high income (100,000 THB/month)
- Employer dependent
- Limited company options
Application Process
Find BOI-endorsed employer
Secure employment with SMART visa-approved company
Employer files application
BOI-endorsed company submits SMART visa application
Prepare personal documents
Gather passport, credentials, and income documentation
Submit supporting documents
Provide educational certificates and work experience proof
Await BOI processing
Wait 2-4 weeks for approval by Board of Investment
Receive notification
Get SMART visa approval
Travel to Thailand
Enter Thailand with approval; receive visa documents
Application Forms
SMART Visa Application Form
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