Last updated 2026-07-23
Investor visa I in Thailand for U.S. citizens
Visa overview
Substantial investments in Thailand's targeted industries. Requires a letter of qualification endorsement from the SMART Visa Unit (BOI), proof of investment meeting financial thresholds, and a detailed investment plan. Allows an initial stay of up to four years, extendable based on the continuation and success of the investment.
Visa validity period
4 years
Consular fee
฿10,000 - ฿40,000 (~$296 - ~$1,183)
Time frames and cost
Visas are issued with a validity period of up to 4 years and a renewable stay duration, costing 10,000 THB per year. The applicant specifies an initial stay duration from 1 to 4 years in the visa application form. The total stay under this visa cannot exceed 4 years, regardless of the initially requested duration or number of extensions
1 year
2 years
3 years
4 years
Documents
Mandatory
Supporting
Additional
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Requirements
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.
Strong ties to the country of origin and compelling reasons to return there, ensuring compliance with the terms and duration of stay.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
Valid permanent resident status or proof thereof; all preliminary procedures for visa application have been completed.
Visa Information
English international
Type of visa
SMART visa
Category
SMART visa
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