Dated reports, corrections and source-linked guidance
BOI announcements dated 18 February 2025 superseded the former SMART Visa multi-category framework and retained a startup-focused measure.
Status: Confirmed
Thailand’s Digital Arrival Card has been mandatory since 1 May 2025 for non-Thai nationals entering by air, land or sea. Travelers should submit it free through the Immigration Bureau portal within the official three-day window before arrival.
Status: Confirmed
Thailand’s revised visa-exemption and Visa on Arrival measures were published on 31 August 2026 and take effect on 15 September 2026, with transition treatment for permissions granted on earlier entry.
Status: Confirmed
Correction published 7 August 2026. The earlier fee, process and faster-processing claims have been withdrawn pending current BOI LTR verification.
Status: Correction
Correction published 7 August 2026. The earlier faster, simplified and legacy SMART Visa claims are superseded and must not be used for decisions.
Status: Correction
Correction published 7 August 2026. The claimed nationwide digital process and faster extension timing could not be verified from an official notice.
Status: Correction
Correction published 7 August 2026. The historical rollout report must not be treated as a current application rule; applicants must check their responsible Thai mission.
Status: Correction