Thailand•AsiaNon-Immigrant Visa Category ED (Education/Study)
At a Glance
Processing Time
5-10 days
Application Fee
80 USD
Stay Duration
90 days
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
Student visa for international students pursuing full-time education in Thailand. Covers university courses, language training, vocational programs, and Muay Thai training. Initial 90-day stay, extendable to 1 year.
The Non-Immigrant ED Visa is designed for international students pursuing full-time education in Thailand at recognized institutions, from primary school through university level, as well as training programs like Muay Thai and vocational courses.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
20,000 EUR
Personal
Education
None or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity (18 months for 1-year visa)
Passport photos
Recent color photos 3.5x4.5 cm
Admission letter
From Thai educational institution
Financial proof
Bank statements showing at least 20,000 THB per person, 40,000 THB per family
Educational documents
Transcripts, diplomas from previous studies
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Advantages
- Allows full-time study in Thailand
- Extendable to 1 year
- ED Plus allows post-graduation employment search
- Dependents can apply
- Covers diverse educational programs
Considerations
- Employment strictly prohibited during study
- Requires full-time enrollment
- Cannot work part-time
- No automatic pathway to work visa after graduation
Application Process
Obtain admission letter
Secure acceptance from Thai educational institution
Prepare documents
Gather passport, photos, educational documents, and financial proof
Submit application
Apply at Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate
Pay visa fee
Pay Non-Immigrant ED visa fee
Await processing
Wait 5-10 business days for approval
Collect visa
Retrieve visa from embassy
Application Forms
Non-Immigrant ED Application Form
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