Why Thailand?

Expand Beyond Borders. Scale Through ASEAN.

Thailand is rapidly emerging as one of ASEAN's most promising destinations for startups, deep tech companies, and innovation driven businesses looking to expand into Southeast Asia. Positioned at the heart of the region, Thailand offers more than just market access. It provides a strategic gateway where startups can validate technologies, connect with industry partners, access research infrastructure, and accelerate business growth within one of Asia's fastest growing innovation ecosystems.
With strong government support, expanding digital infrastructure, growing demand for innovation, and competitive operational costs, Thailand has become an attractive destination for international companies seeking long term growth opportunities in ASEAN. From AI and digital technologies to sustainability, food innovation, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing, the country continues to create opportunities for startups to collaborate, scale, and commercialize technologies across industries.
Through Thailand Science Park and the TSP Scale x Landing Program, startups gain direct access to research expertise, corporate networks, testing facilities, universities, and strategic ecosystem partners that help transform ideas into real market opportunities.
What Makes Thailand Attractive for Startups?
Thailand is strategically located at the heart of ASEAN, providing access to a regional market of over 680 million people and strong connectivity to fast growing economies across Southeast Asia, China, and India.
Strong Innovation & Digital Ecosystem

Driven by the Thailand 4.0 policy, the country continues to invest in digital infrastructure, R&D, AI, semiconductors, and innovation driven industries. Thailand is also one of ASEAN's leading countries in broadband and 5G connectivity.

Real Industry Demand

Thailand is home to strong industrial sectors including automotive, electronics, food innovation, healthcare, sustainability, digital technology, smart city, and advanced manufacturing, creating real business opportunities for startups ready to commercialize solutions.

Lower Cost, Higher Opportunity

Compared to many global startup hubs, Thailand offers significantly lower operational and living costs while maintaining strong infrastructure, quality facilities, and international business accessibility, allowing startups to scale more efficiently with lower financial pressure.

A Place to Build Long Term Growth

Thailand is not only a destination for market exploration. It is a place where startups can establish long term regional operations, build partnerships, access opportunities across ASEAN, and grow sustainably within a rapidly evolving innovation economy.

Source: Thailand Board of Investment, Business Opportunities
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Who is this program designed for?
The TSP Scale X Landing Program is designed for international startups and innovation driven companies seeking to explore the Thai market and expand into ASEAN, as well as Thai startups looking to enter international markets through TSP's global partner network.
Through a structured two year journey, participants receive support in market exploration, business matching, technology validation, pilot projects, and ecosystem connections to reduce market entry risks and accelerate business growth. The program also provides opportunities to connect with venture capital firms, funding networks, and Proof of Concept (PoC) funding opportunities, helping startups access the resources needed to validate technologies and scale their businesses.
Do startups need to establish a company in Thailand before joining the Program?
No. International startups are not required to establish a company in Thailand before applying or joining the Program.
However, selected international startups are required to establish a legal entity in Thailand as part of the Program's first milestone. To facilitate this process, participants may use the Program's designated address for company registration, subject to the Program's terms and applicable regulations.
For Thai startups, applicants must already be a legally registered company before joining the Program. Selected companies may register the Program space as a branch office in accordance with the Program's requirements.
Does the program support company setup in Thailand?
Yes. The program provides guidance and ecosystem support for international startups exploring business establishment in Thailand, including connections to relevant partners, advisory support, and information related to investment incentives and business setup pathways.
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